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Business Advice Centre at the University of East London (BAC)

Programme Manager - Head of Programme Delivery

Business Advice Centre at the University of East London (BAC), Campus, Illinois, us, 60920

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Programme Manager - Head of Programme Delivery Salary: £73,705 to £82,406 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Location: Docklands Campus

Post Type: Full Time, Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 15 December 2025

Interview Date: Tuesday 20 January 2026

Reference: 2359-25-PS

University of East London (UEL)

Founding in 1898, UEL is proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education, drive diversity, and create a balanced, inclusive, and green future.

About The Job Programme Manager – Capital Delivery & Development Planning, Estates & Facilities Directorate. Two opportunities: Docklands & Stratford Campuses.

This Is a Strategic Leadership Role You Will

Lead capital and development planning activities to ensure programmes are future‑focused, prioritised and strategically aligned

Manage, motivate and develop a high‑performing capital delivery team, fostering accountability, collaboration and continuous professional growth

Champion delivery excellence, innovation and continuous improvement across programme and project management

Implement robust governance, assurance, reporting and performance frameworks to drive consistency and confidence

Work collaboratively across the University and with external partners, influencing decision‑making, investment and estate prioritisation

About You

Significant experience leading complex capital programmes and development planning in a client‑side or consultancy setting

Strong people leadership capability, able to inspire, challenge, coach and elevate team performance

A proven track record of improving delivery processes, programme controls and organisational capability

Professional accreditation (e.g. MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM) and strong understanding of estates, construction, compliance and governance

A values‑led approach, committed to inclusivity, sustainability and service excellence

Benefits Package We care deeply about your wellbeing and our benefits includes: 20% pension (4% from you, 16% from us), 25 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays, hybrid working for most positions, flexible working arrangements, subsidised gym membership, life assurance 3 times base salary, cashback healthcare scheme and a wide variety of other generous benefits.

To view all our benefits, visit https://uel.ac.uk/benefits-professional-services-positions.

Equal Opportunities UEL is an inclusive equal opportunities employer and is proud of its Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity achievements. All employees are expected to accept our EDI policy and discrimination will not be tolerated.

How to Apply Please submit your application as soon as possible. The advert may close earlier than the deadline if we receive many applications.

Contact: +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 / jobs@uel.ac.uk

CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted.

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