Project Manager

A leading consultancy partner is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join at the very beginning of a three‑year public sector digital transformation programme for one of their key clients. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role from day one, shaping delivery approaches and driving progress across a complex, multi‑workstream environment.

Joining at the start means:

• You influence delivery processes, governance rhythm and planning cadence from day one
• You build early relationships with senior public‑sector stakeholders
• You embed best‑practice delivery, assurance and documentation approaches early

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading day‑to‑day delivery across a defined service/workstream within a wider transformation programme
• Managing scope, risks, issues, dependencies, plans and delivery milestones
• Ensuring alignment to GDS lifecycle phases (Discovery, Alpha, Beta, Live)
• Facilitating workshops, planning sessions and stakeholder meetings across operational, design, product and technical teams
• Overseeing governance reporting, documentation and public‑sector audit requirements
• Supporting business readiness, transition and operational embedding
• Managing project budgets, forecasts and resource allocations within delegated authority

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience delivering projects in complex public‑sector environments
• Strong understanding of GDS standards and agile delivery principles
• Skilled communicator with confident stakeholder engagement capability
• Able to manage structured governance, reporting and risk/issue frameworks
• Background in consultancy or client‑facing delivery roles
• PRINCE2, MSP, Agile or equivalent certifications (desirable)
• Eligibility to secure SC Clearance

Location & Working Pattern

Remote – Occasional travel to client site – few times a month (London)

If you’re looking to work on high‑impact public services in a collaborative, values‑driven environment built around curiosity, drive, transparency and bravery, then this could be the opportunity for you.

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