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SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.\nThe Ground Investigation Programme Manager will be responsible for delivering allocated projects safely, efficiently and profitably, whilst supporting the Business Unit Director in improving operational performance and project delivery standards.\nThe role will also support the management and development of Senior Project Managers, providing oversight of project performance, resource planning, financial controls and delivery risks across designated portfolios.\nThis role requires strong commercial acumen, effective leadership and the ability to drive operational excellence, develop people and maintain excellent client relationships.\nEssential\nProven experience managing complex ground investigation, infrastructure or comparable technical projects.\nStrong commercial and financial management skills, including forecasting, cost control, margin management and cash performance.\nDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, resources and competing priorities.\nExperience leading, coaching and developing Project Managers or experienced delivery teams.\nStrong understanding of project delivery, contractual requirements, risk management and HSEQ.\nExcellent communication, client relationship management and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to challenge performance, implement improvements and drive accountability.\nDesirable\nRelevant degree, project management qualification or equivalent industry experience.\nKnowledge of ground investigation techniques, drilling, in situ testing and technical reporting.\nExperience working with NEC, ICE or similar construction contracts.\nExperience managing subcontractors and supporting business improvement initiatives.\nRelevant professional membership or chartered status.\nPersonal Attributes\nCommercially focused and results-driven.\nStrong leader who develops people and holds teams accountable.\nStrategic thinker with excellent organisational and analytical skills.\nCollaborative and able to influence across departments.\nProactive, adaptable and solutions-focused.\nCommitted to safety, quality, operational excellence and client satisfaction.\n Why SOCOTEC?\nJoin a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. 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