Infrastructure Program Manager

We’re Kingfisher, A team made up of over 74,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher - and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas to life. We believe a better world starts with better homes, and we work every day to make that a reality. Join us and help shape the future of home improvement. \We are looking for an Infrastructure Programme Manager to join us, to take accountability for managing one or more technology programmes (programme budgets ranging from £100k-£6m), and leading a team of Project Managers. This role will specifically be managing programmes with an end-user computing and core data centres focus, where you will be responsible for scoping, building and delivering programme plans and liaising with key teams and stakeholders across Group Technology and the wider business to effectively manage new project demand and priority changes. \This role will be based out of our B&Q office just outside Southampton, with an expectation of 12 days a month in the office. Travel to other locations (across the UK and Europe) may be needed depending on project requirements.  \nAccountable for the clarity of project scope and accuracy of resource & budget estimations.\nResponsible for ensuring that programme risks are fully mitigated by implementing, maintaining and supporting risk management plans. Acting as the escalation point for any project/programme risks and issues.\nDemonstrable experience of leading complex infrastructure programmes (ideally with direct experience leading end-user computing/data centres projects/programmes). \nExperience working to recognised project/programme management methodologies.\nExperience with risk and issue management.\nWell-developed understanding of financial management processes and cycles, including forecasting, capitalisation, budgeting etc.\nAbility to build, lead and motivate a diverse team of IT professionals, in a matrix resource model. \Our hybrid model blends home working for focus with time spent connecting and collaborating - whether in our offices or at offsite locations. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Kingfisher here. \We also offer a competitive benefits package and plenty of opportunities to stretch and grow your career. Diversity & Inclusion  We’re committed to ensuring all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants are treated equally, regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, ethnicity, culture, religion, belief, political opinion, disability, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. \Great, apply now and help us to Power the Possible. \