Galliford Try
Assistant Programme Manager
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Assistant Programme Manager
Assistant Programme Manager
Business Unit: Digital Infrastructure Location: Glasgow
Role Purpose
We are seeking an organised and proactive Assistant Programme Manager to support the successful delivery of major projects through effective programme planning, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
Working closely with the Glasgow-based PMO team and reporting directly to the Programme Manager, you will assist in developing, maintaining, and reporting on project programmes across pre-construction and construction phases.
Key responsibilities include:
- Producing and updating project schedules
- Monitoring contractor performance against agreed baselines
- Maintaining project trackers
- Supporting the preparation of weekly and monthly reports for internal stakeholders and clients
This role requires strong planning, communication, and analytical skills, along with experience using programme management software in a project management environment.
Responsibilities
- Support the Programme Manager and PMO team in:
- Developing, maintaining, and updating overall project programmes
- Building and maintaining outline schedules for projects in both pre-construction and construction stages
- Monitor contractor programmes and progress against approved baselines
- Track project performance, identifying risks, delays, and areas for intervention
- Assist in producing weekly and monthly client reports, ensuring accuracy and clarity
- Maintain and update project progress trackers to support stakeholder communication
- Collaborate with PMO team members and Project Managers to compile reporting information
- Ensure the timely production of project documentation and adherence to delivery milestones
- Support internal and external programme reviews by participating in progress meetings
- Provide programme-related analysis and reporting to support project decision-making
- Maintain accurate programme records and ensure reporting data integrity
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Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- HNC / HND in a relevant discipline
- APM PMQ / Prince 2 qualification (preferred)
- CSCS card (or equivalent)
Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional programme management skills, including familiarity with contractor performance baseline tracking
- Advanced proficiency in programming tools such as Microsoft Project or Asta Powerproject
- Strong commercial awareness (e.g., understanding of cost, risk, and project strategy impacts)
- Excellent IT literacy, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
- Flexibility to handle fluctuating workloads, deadlines, and occasional non-standard working hours
- Ability to communicate professionally with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Willingness to attend regional offices and construction sites in the UK
- DV-level security clearance (essential)
Employment Conditions
- Physical presence in Glasgow office, 5 days per week
Benefits
Company Commitment
At Galliford Try, we prioritise the long-term success and wellbeing of our people through:
- Growth opportunities, including high-quality training (e.g., leadership development and apprenticeship programmes), supported by the Career Paths initiative
- Wellbeing initiatives under the ‘Be Well’ programme (discounts on products and advice)
- Agile Working flexibility for site/office roles
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Core Benefits
- Competitive salary + attractive financial benefits:
- Generous holiday entitlement (increases with tenure) + additional holiday purchases
- Corporate discounts
- Cycle to Work schemes
- Comprehensive pension scheme
- Competitive parental/family leave policy
- Share savings initiative (Save as You Earn)
- Private medical scheme options plus free 24/7 support through an employee assistance programme
- Paid membership to relevant professional associations
- Commitment to inclusion and diversity, welcomed to discuss working arrangements (e.g., flexible/hybrid schedules) during recruitment
- Accessibility for candidates with long-term health conditions or disabilities (interview guarantee if requirements are met with essential criteria)
About Galliford Try
As one of the UK’s leading construction groups, we:
- Hire five of our key values: Delivering Excellence, Integral to Do Right, Passion, People Matter, and Together We Deliver.
- Focus on Critical National Infrastructure, with expertise in Wireless, Defence, and Renewable Energy sectors, delivering integrated design and construction programmes.
- Invest in sustainability, innovation, and community impact, driving long-term value for our clients, stakeholders, and people.
LinkedIn: @GallifordTry For enquiries: Skyemarie Bree
Application Note: Galliford Try encourages you to apply even if you don’t meet all requirements — we aim to build a diverse, inclusive workplace where uniqueness is valued. Contact your Resourcing Partner directly if you require interview adjustments.
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