Programme Manager

EllisKnight Projects are looking to hire an experienced Programme Delivery Manager / Programme Manager to oversea all projects and programmes within this growing tech consultancy based in Stoke.

The Programme Delivery Manager will be an experienced Projects and Programme Manager that has knowledge/experience of complex IT Infrastructure related Projects / Programmes and has some experience (desirable) of working within Security Cleared environments (SC/DV). Ideally you hold a current SC or previously held SC clearance, however if not then you just need to be able to attain this level of clearance as most of this work will be working on top secret UK defence/Intelligence related technology programmes.

This is a key role for the business sitting within the Operations function, Operations spans from sales bid support and internal product development at the front end through to delivery and then on to service introduction.

The purpose of the role is to oversee the delivery of the full suite of projects and programmes across the business, both internally and externally funded whilst leading, developing and mentoring the current team to deliver exceptional outcomes on time every time.

This company is on an upward growth trajectory and as the business grows we expect the scope of this role to grow significantly.

Qualifications

• Some formal certification, professional membership or education:
  • APMP / PMI / Prince 2 / Scrum Alliance / Agile / MSP / ITIL

Skills and Experience

• At least 10 years project and programme delivery experience most recently attained within secure, high technology and fast paced environments
• Experience of delivering successful outcomes working in Defence either direct with the MOD or via defence primes/third party suppliers
• Exceptional internal and external stakeholder development and management skills
• Highly developed conflict resolution skills, able to drive challenging projects and programmes forward for the benefit of all parties
• Lead the delivery of multiple projects and programmes simultaneously
• Deep understanding and experience of hands on delivery developed during their career
• Problem solver and strategic thinker with a can do attitude
• Mentoring and development of PMs in a leadership capacity
• Financial planning, management and reporting
• Resource planning and reporting
• Background in developing detailed project plans and other project artefacts that deliver successful outcomes such as RAID logs
• Able to identify opportunities that improve the offering
• High professional standards, able to hold teams and themselves to account
• Working knowledge of a variety of recognized delivery methods (e.g. PRINCE2, SAFe, MSP etc.) and ability to tailor approaches to meet the customer required outcome
• Working knowledge of adhering to various MOD standards such as JSP604

Person profile:

• Personable, pro-active, professional and able to demonstrate full commitment to exceptional customer care and service in all activities
• An energetic leader and team player able to empower and motivate
• A clear strategic thinker with a commitment to high standards
• A clear and credible communicator
• Willingness to work flexibly in response to changing organisational requirements across differing UK locations. Some travel may be required
• Able and willing to work from our Stoke office Monday-Friday. (Due to the highly secure nature of the work and systems access this role will be mainly office or client site based with odd (1-2) days per month where there may be opportunities to work from home)