IT Programme Manager

Posting date:	06 May 2026
Salary:	£65,000 to £80,000 per year
Additional salary information:	65000 - 80000
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	05 June 2026
Location:	EC3A 7BA
Company:	EQUANS
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	944071216

Summary

​Equans is looking for an IT Programme Manager to join the team on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package. The role is predominately homebased with national and overseas travel required. Candidates can be based anywhere in the UK. We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead a comprehensive HR Transformation programme. The programme’s scope includes HR data cleansing, current state analysis through workshops, and creation of a future state vision, culminating in the design and execution of a new target operating model (TOM). A key deliverable is the successful migration of local HR operations to the Group Success Factors platform and payroll migration to SAP HCM, ensuring business alignment and continuity. The post holder will drive engagement through workshops to define current HR processes and ways of working and establish KPIs to measure efficiency gains post-migration. The role includes managing programme governance (SteerCo), delivering C-suite presentations, and ensuring change adoption across the organisation. What will you deliver?Lead end-to-end delivery of the HR Transformation programme, ensuring strategic outcomes, timelines, and budget adherenceManage the programme roadmap across multiple workstreams (HR data, process, technology, payroll)Act as primary point of contact for all programme stakeholders, escalating risks and issues as appropriateOversee comprehensive HR data audit and cleansing activities to ensure data quality for migrationFacilitate workshops with local HR teams and key stakeholders to map and validate current HR processes and ways of working, identifying pain points and improvement opportunitiesFacilitate design sessions to define the future state HR model, aligned with Group strategy and standardsDefine and implement KPIs to measure operational efficiencies and service improvements resulting from the migration to Success FactorsDevelop and implement a robust plan to adopt the new target operating model (TOM), including organisational structure, processes, roles, and responsibilitiesDevelop and manage a local migration strategy for transitioning HR operations to the Group Success Factors platform, ensuring alignment with Group standards while accommodating local nuancesPlan and lead the local payroll migration to SAP HCM, overseeing data migration, process integration, compliance, and continuityChair SteerCo meetings, providing clear status reports, risk assessments, and recommendationsBuild strong working relationships with local HR teams, Group HR, IT, payroll providers, and other key stakeholdersPrepare and deliver compelling presentations and progress updates to the C-suite and executive sponsorsLead change management initiatives to drive adoption of new systems, processes, and operating modelEnsure effective communication plans are developed and executed to keep all stakeholders informed and engagedWhat can we offer you? On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)Life Cover equivalent to 3 times annual salaryEmployee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailersGym membership discounts Cycle to work scheme Holiday purchase scheme2 corporate social responsibility days per yearBroad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmesAttractive Employee Referral Rewards SchemeAccess to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing appWho are we looking for?Relevant degree or equivalent professional experienceProgramme or project management certification (PMP, MSP, Prince2) preferredProven Programme Manager experience (5+ years), ideally in HR transformation programmes or enterprise HR system implementations such as Success Factors and SAP HCMExperience in facilitating workshops to map current state processes, define future state, and establish KPIsTrack record in managing payroll system migrations, specifically to SAP HCMAbility to manage complex, multi-national programmes with diverse stakeholder groupsStrong stakeholder engagement, vendor management, and executive communication skillsExcellent facilitation and workshop leadership skillsSolid understanding of HR processes, payroll operations, and HRIS implementationsExpertise in programme governance, risk management, and benefits realisationChange management experience focused on people, process, and technologyThis role includes a DBS Basic check therefore ability to pass is essential. Who are we? Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.Equans is a Bouygues group company. What's next? If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals. The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.