In The Loop Group

Job Title – Senior Program Manager

Location – Germany ( will also consider Ireland & UK )

Salary – Up to €130,000 + allowances

We are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead and oversee complex construction and engineering projects, managing project teams, resources, budgets and delivery schedules.

This is a senior leadership position requiring extensive experience in construction project management, electrical engineering and multi-discipline technical installations. You will work closely with clients, engineering consultants, general contractors and internal operational teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

The successful candidate will have a proven background managing large-scale construction projects involving multiple technical disciplines, including Fire Alarm, Electronic Security, Communications, Audio Visual (AV), Electrical, Power and Instrumentation systems.

You will also provide leadership and guidance to Construction Project Managers, maintaining overall operational, commercial and administrative control across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Program Management

• Lead and oversee multiple construction and engineering projects from initial planning through to final completion.
• Supervise and support Construction Project Managers, ensuring effective project delivery and accountability.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, including resource-loaded CPM schedules.
• Coordinate project kick-off meetings and establish project documentation, layouts and operational requirements.
• Monitor project progress, milestones, resources and delivery performance.

Commercial & Financial Management

• Develop project budgets, cost codes, cash flow forecasts and manpower requirements.
• Maintain overall financial control, ensuring projects achieve or exceed agreed profitability targets.
• Review contracts, manage customer negotiations and oversee commercial requirements.
• Prepare estimates, tender submissions, pricing proposals and change orders.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, improved efficiency and increased project profitability.

Technical & Construction Coordination

• Work closely with engineering firms, clients, general contractors and construction teams during project planning and execution.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications and technical documentation.
• Coordinate procurement of major materials, equipment and project resources.
• Develop detailed equipment and manpower plans.
• Ensure permits, licences, inspections and regulatory requirements are completed correctly.
• Oversee project closeout, including punch lists, as-built drawings, O&M manuals and client training.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Build and lead multidisciplinary project teams.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Resolve technical, operational and construction-related challenges.
• Produce regular project reports covering budgets, schedules, cash flow and manpower forecasts.
• Promote best practices, quality standards and a strong safety culture across all projects.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or Physics.
• Minimum 7 years' relevant professional experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 5 years' relevant experience with a Master's degree.
• Extensive experience managing complex construction and engineering projects.
• Proven experience supervising Project Managers and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong background in electrical construction, low-voltage systems or integrated technical installations.
• Experience delivering projects involving several disciplines, such as Fire Alarm, Security, Communications, AV, Power and Instrumentation.
• Experience working with engineering consultants, clients and General Contractors.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, forecasting and commercial awareness.
• Experience with project scheduling software, preferably Primavera P6.
• Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a commercially aware and highly organised project leader who can balance technical delivery with financial performance and operational efficiency.

You will have the confidence to manage senior stakeholders, lead diverse project teams, oversee multiple projects simultaneously and make informed decisions in a demanding construction environment.

A proactive approach, strong leadership qualities and the ability to drive projects towards successful completion are essential.