Job Description

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Description

The Programme Coordinator will play a key role in supporting project-level activities across infrastructure, estates, and operational transformation programmes. This role is ideal for an early-career professional or graduate looking to develop within programme and project management. The successful candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, supporting programme governance, reporting, and coordination tasks.

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Key Responsibilities

Programme Support:

Provide administrative and coordination support to the Assistant Programme Managers and Senior Programme Manager.

Governance & Compliance:

Maintain governance records, ensuring key project documents are up to date and correctly filed.

Data Entry & Reporting:

Assist in maintaining project data in PACE, Smartsheet, and Power BI, supporting accurate reporting and tracking.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Support internal and external communications, coordinating meetings, workshops, and reporting deadlines.

Risk & Issue Tracking:

Assist in monitoring risks and issues at the project level, escalating concerns as needed.

Continuous Improvement:

Contribute to refining reporting processes and improving efficiency within the PMO.
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Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential:

A keen interest in programme and project management, with a willingness to learn and develop. Strong organisational and communication skills, with attention to detail. Ability to work in a structured and process-driven environment while supporting multiple priorities. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and general IT literacy. A proactive mindset, with the ability to take initiative and seek guidance when needed. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Desirable:

A degree or qualification in business, project management, engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Exposure to public sector estates, capital projects, or infrastructure programmes (through education, work experience, or internships). Familiarity with project tracking tools (Smartsheet, Power BI, or similar). An interest in project governance, reporting, and process improvement.



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Values, Culture & Benefits

Business as a force for good: We are a unique social enterprise, with all our profits contributing directly to environmental and social initiatives. Net Zero by 2050: We are committed to net zero and building a sustainable future. Charity Community Day: All our colleagues are encouraged to take a day off work once a year to make a meaningful impact in the community. + ? Sustainability Panel: McBains employees have the option of joining our sustainability panel to be the voice for change in our sustainability initiatives. ?? Give as You Earn: Empowering our team to back charities and causes they believe in. Electric Vehicle Scheme - We operate an EV scheme which allows you to be part of the climate change solution, one drive at a time. Brewgooder(TM) beers: Enjoy beers with a cause at our monthly team drinks - each sip helps to fund clean water projects!



Annual Performance Development Reviews: We're as invested in your career growth and success as you are with annual reviews to reward and refocus. Employee Assistance Program: Anonymous on demand support for mental health, advice and coaching needs "The Better Way" Award & Recognition: Our monthly award to recognise the person who exemplifies our values of Integrity, Understanding and Flexibility. 100 Voucher for Monthly Award Winners: We celebrate your achievements, big and small! DEI Champion: McBains will always lead from the front in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Team Social Events: Regular team events to foster meaningful connections with your colleagues - it's not all about work! + Team Sports: Teamwork makes the dream work, on and off the field. Employee Referral Scheme: Earn up to 5000 per referral by helping us build a team as exceptional as you are! Glassdoor 4.3 /5 Score: Don't just take our word for it- hear from our team about why this is such a great place to work. Professional Fees Paid: We understand you're ambitious and we want to support your continuous learning and development. Private Healthcare via BUPA: Our colleagues' health and well-being are our top priorities. Private Dental: We care about your smile as much as you do! Eyecare: See the world more clearly and focus on what matters, thanks to our eyecare coverage. ?? Travel Insurance: We understand your safety and security are important, wherever you are.



Growing Company with Opportunities for Career Progression: Your potential is limitless here! Competitive Compensation Package: A comprehensive package that rewards your skills, experience, and dedication. Hybrid Work Approach: Work-life balance tailored to your lifestyle. Learning Management System: Never stop learning, growing, and improving thanks to our amazing LMS team. 25 Days Holiday Allowance: Take the time you need to recharge and rejuvenate. ? Buy/Sell AL: Flexible holiday so you can balance work and life your way. Bike to Work Scheme: A healthier, greener way to start your day! Pension Contribution : Flexible options to help secure your long-term financial well-being. Life Assurance: Providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan: Making your daily commute a little easier. Training & Development Scheme: Begin your career journey with a team that invests in you!
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About McBains

McBains is a standard-setting go-to property and construction consultancy providing a bespoke range of services to corporate clients and public bodies across the UK and Europe, and with wider global capability.



In fact, the McBains team has, does and can engage or address any property or construction concept, project, issue, opportunity, question or challenge anywhere in the world.



We have an in-touch and dynamic but considered approach. And as one of the longest-established consultancies in the UK, with a sound financial track record and confident investors, McBains provides a broad range of services to meet the unique and constantly changing requirements of a hugely diverse client portfolio.



With projects ranging from minor works to major contracts worth in excess of 200 million, we cover all major sectors, from office to residential, education to retail, health to custodial, infrastructure to transport and industrial to conservation.



Our expertise extends across all major disciplines: project monitoring, project management, quantity surveying, architecture, master planning & urban design, engineering, building surveying and sustainability.



We're known and noted for finding the better way.