Programme Integration Manager, Games Experience

Help Us Shape the Future of the Commonwealth Games – Glasgow 2026!

The journey to Glasgow 2026 starts now – and we want YOU to be part of it! Get ready for a brilliant new era for the Commonwealth Games, blending world-class sport with a sustainable, future-focused vision. 

In just under 63 days, Glasgow will transform into a global hub for sport and culture, welcoming 3,000 athletes from 74 nations, across 11 days of unforgettable action, fuelled by the city’s unstoppable energy and passion. 

Glasgow 2026 is set to revolutionise the Games, with a bold experience that reflects the city’s resilience and innovation. This is more than just an event; it’s a movement – a celebration of unity, equality, and sporting excellence. A movement that will not only deliver a world-class sporting experience but will also create a lasting legacy, maximising social and economic benefits for the city and the Commonwealth. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something historic! 

If you have a passion for sport and a drive for excellence and want to be part of creating something truly special, then Glasgow 2026 wants you. 

The Role 

We have a unique opportunity for a Programme Integration Manager to join the Glasgow 2026 Games Experience team and play a vital role in the delivery of the Games.

Working closely with the Chief Marketing and Communication Officer you will ensure the operational readiness and integration of the Games Experience programme, ensuring that all teams and their suppliers are fully integrated and working closely together to streamline operational planning, identifying risks and challenges and mitigating issues.     

Job Summary: 

The Programme Integration Manager, Games Experience will be responsible for creating, owning and driving the Integrated Venue Schedule for Games Experience, bringing all Games Experience Functional Areas into one clear, anchored delivery plan through to Games time.

The primary output of this role will be the Games Experience Critical Path, a single, integrated plan that aligns milestones, dependencies, readiness activity, contractor deliverables and operational planning across the full Games Experience portfolio.

This role will ensure that Sports Presentation, Look, Wayfinding and Signage, Spectator Experience, Public Engagement, Live Sites, Festivals, Programming and related workstreams are fully aligned, sequenced and monitored. The postholder will provide the CMO with a clear weekly view of progress, risks, gaps, dependencies and decisions required.

This is a hands-on integration and delivery role. The postholder will look ahead, troubleshoot, deconflict, identify interdependencies, provide assurance and hold OC teams and contractors to account for delivery.

You’ll be at the heart of planning and delivering immersive Games-time experiences. From fan zones to athlete celebrations, you’ll ensure every team is aligned, every detail is delivered, and every experience exceeds expectations.

If you're driven by precision, passionate about world-class events, and thrive in high-energy environments, this role offers a front-row seat to one of the most exciting projects in global sport.

Key Skills and Experience:

To be successful in this role you will bring significant experience in programme integration, project delivery or operational planning within complex environments, with a proven ability to manage integrated plans, critical paths and milestone schedules. You will be confident coordinating multiple teams, contractors and stakeholders to fixed deadlines, with a strong understanding of major event delivery, operational readiness or venue-based planning. You will possess excellent problem-solving, influencing and communication skills, alongside strong planning, governance and assurance capability, and thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure delivery environments.

Experience working in a major event, sport, cultural, entertainment or live event environment will be advantageous. As will experience of Games-time readiness, testing, exercising or operational validation, and PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent project/programme management qualification.

Why Glasgow 2026?

Joining the Glasgow 2026 team means being part of something extraordinary. As we embark on this exciting journey, we’re not just planning an event – we’re creating a new legacy for Glasgow and the Commonwealth. This is an opportunity to shape the future of major sporting events, bringing the world together for 11 days of unforgettable competition and culture. 

We’re looking for well-organised, passionate, and driven people who are excited to roll up their sleeves and be part of an inclusive, forward-thinking, and sustainable Games. This is your chance to help set the new standard for global events while contributing to the city’s rich sporting legacy. 

Salary: Starting salary is from £64,375. Salary offered will be based on demonstrated skills and experience related to this role.  

How to Apply

At Glasgow 2026, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you need assistance with your application, our Recruitment Team is here to support you with any reasonable adjustments. 

Please note that candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK, which we request is confirmed as part of the application process. This is a mandatory requirement for consideration of the role.

The closing date is 3rd June 2026.