Head of Programme

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Kapitol Group is seeking a Head of Programme to lead programme management, planning in Melbourne. This onsite role will shape how projects are planned, governed and delivered while driving programme management, reporting and innovation. The ideal candidate combines delivery and governance with stakeholder leadership, a proven record delivering scale projects, and proficiency in Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject and MS Project, plus risk management and AI enabled delivery. To apply, tailor your CV to show leadership in programme management, governance and delivery, quantify outcomes, and demonstrate cross functional collaboration, aligning with Kapitol’s innovation focus. Direct applications only; Kapitol is managing this recruitment and will not review agency submissions.

Lead the future of project delivery at Kapitol

Kapitol is not your traditional construction company. We're building Australia's most progressive construction business by combining exceptional people, industry-leading delivery and a relentless focus on innovation, technology and continuous improvement.

We're seeking a Head of Programme to establish and lead our programme management, planning and project controls capability across a portfolio of complex commercial construction projects.

This is a rare opportunity to shape how projects are planned, governed and delivered across the business while driving best-practice programme management, portfolio reporting, digital innovation and delivery excellence.

We're looking for a strategic leader who combines deep construction delivery expertise with strong programme management, governance and stakeholder leadership capability.

Your Key Skills

• Enterprise programme management and project controls leadership.
• Portfolio planning, governance and delivery assurance.
• Advanced construction programming and scheduling expertise.
• Risk management, forecasting and performance reporting.
• Strong commercial acumen and business partnering capability.
• Executive stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Team leadership, coaching and capability building.
• Digital transformation, data analytics and continuous improvement.
• Experience leveraging technology and AI-driven solutions to improve project delivery outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Significant experience leading programme management, planning or project controls functions within the construction industry.
• Demonstrated success overseeing multiple large-scale commercial construction projects or portfolios.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject, Microsoft Project and project reporting platforms.
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks, project risk management and delivery assurance.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Additional qualifications in programme management, project controls or leadership will be highly regarded.

Why Kapitol?

• Work with one of Australia's most innovative construction companies.
• Influence business-wide strategy and delivery performance.
• Lead transformational initiatives across technology, AI and project controls.
• Join a values-driven business committed to excellence, growth and innovation.

Ready to help shape the future of project delivery at Kapitol? We'd love to hear from you.

Kapitol is managing this recruitment process directly. We are not accepting agency submissions for this position, and unsolicited candidate profiles or resumes from recruitment agencies will not be considered.