Job Introduction
About the role
We're currently looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Cutover Lead to join our Transformation team(Hybrid/On-site as required during cutover periods)
The role provides project management delivery to create a coordinated cutover plan across the various areas of the programme, covering Data, Technical and Business streams. It is responsible for the end-to-end management of the cutover plan, ensuring seamless transition from project delivery to business-as-usual operations.
Main responsibilities
In this role you’ll
1. Establish an overall approach and project plans to ensure the 3 major streams of work (Data, Technical, Business) can be delivered in the desired cutover window
2. Define and obtain agreement on the principles for cutover
3. Oversee/Create the Data, Technical and Business plans for cutover
4. Develop comprehensive cutover runbooks, checklists and decision logs
5. Map dependencies across all workstreams and identify critical path activities
6. Establish a cutover governance framework including decision-making authority and escalation paths
7. Identify, track and mitigate cutover risks ;maintain RAID log
8. Provide command and control around the entry into cutover and cutover trials including exit criteria
9. Develop and maintain rollback procedures and contingency plans
10. Provide evidence-based Go/No-Go recommendations for cutover readiness
11. Work with the BAU environment and release manager to ensure environments are available for the cutover trials
12. Validate readiness criteria are met before proceeding to live cutover
13. Provide regular communication with senior stakeholders, business owners, and technical leads
14. Ensure the appropriate resources are allocated and available during cutover windows
15. Coordinate with business continuity teams to minimise operational disruption
16. Facilitate cutover readiness meetings and decision-making forums
Experience & qualifications
To be successful in this role you’ll need:
17. Proven experience leading complex IT/business transformation cutovers (minimum 3-5 years)
18. A demonstrable project management background with relevant certifications (Prince2, PMP, Agile, or equivalent)
19. Experience with cutover planning tools (e.g.,, ServiceNow, MS Project, Smartsheet)
20. Excellent stakeholder management skills at all levels
21. Demonstrable command and control capabilities under pressure
22. Experience running cutover rehearsals/trials and incorporating lessons learned
23. An understanding of data migration, technical infrastructure, and business change
24. Risk and issue management expertise with a proven track record of mitigation
25. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
26. The ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and disciplines
27. ITIL Foundation or similar service management qualification (desirable)
28. Experience in construction, building materials, or related industries(desirable)
29. Knowledge of SAP/ERP implementations and cutovers
30. Change management certification (e.g.,Prosci, CMI)(desirable)
31. Experience with Agile/DevOps methodologies
32. Previous experience in 24/7 operational environments
33. An understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in UK business operations
34. Experience with cloud migration and infrastructure cutovers
Why Tarmac
We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.
Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:
35. Bonus scheme
36. Enhanced holiday entitlement
37. Contributory pension scheme
38. Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
39. Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
40. Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
41. Training and development opportunities
We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
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