Programme Manager – Construction, Rail, Infrastructure & Services, London

£80 - £100k plus benefits and bonus scheme

The Company

An award-winning consultancy known for delivering lasting and tangible results. We think we are different to most, and the people we work with think so too. We partner with ambitious Chief Executives and their teams to deliver what others might regard as unreasonable improvements in business performance. Our work is typically transformational - in terms of top line growth, operational effectiveness and sustainable improvements in profit. We have achieved 57% growth this past year and are on a 35% growth trajectory in the current financial year.
Our culture is open and supportive and we encourage continuous growth in all senses of the word. We will inspire you to imagine, stretch, support, challenge and applaud. We are a close knit company, comprised of exceptional people, led by strong values held close to our hearts. We do what we say we will – when we say we will, achieving exceptional results and growth. The Role Our Programme Managers lead and deliver a range of large scale business transformation, performance improvement and cost reduction programmes in complex and dynamic business settings. They are confident in their knowledge and inspire confidence in the joint teams that they lead. They are not afraid to question conventional wisdom in their pursuit for results. Our Programme Managers have dealt with a mix of clients in the past, usually having gained strong industry experience before consulting. They are likely to have a sector or functional area of expertise, but all are able to excel in any of Boxwood's sector areas, utilising their cross-functional knowledge. These areas are:

• Retail

• TMT (Technology, Media and Telecommunications)

• CRIS (Construction, Rail, Infrastructure, Services)

• In all projects, we utilise existing client knowledge and experience, and thus, our Programme Managers are able to coach, develop and inspire individuals at all levels within the client organisation. We are looking for:

• individuals who are confident in challenging clients and questioning existing practice

• they will be motivated by 'setbacks' and embrace challenges

• a passionate and action orientated approach to work

• a perception free and 'can do' attitude

• you will enjoy supporting your team, and also learning from them

• Practical Experience: At assessment, as well as the above, you will be able to demonstrate the following:

• A first degree (2.1 or stronger), preferably coupled with a postgraduate qualification in your area of expertise, or an MBA, MSc, PhD.

• Experience managing at least 4 large scale delivery programmes, gained either in industry or with a leading consultancy, where you were the primary interface with board level stakeholders

• A track record in performance improvement and business transformation, on projects that have made an undeniable difference to your client’s business

• Strong and adaptable communication skills

  Commercial acumen and the ability to discuss financial data confidently and spontaneously