Digital Project Manager – (Gov Department) Hybrid – 2x/month in Newcastle, Manchester, or Leeds
Inside IR35 | Long-Term Contract
We are seeking a Digital Project Manager to support a large-scale, enterprise-level transformation programme within a Government Department.
Key Responsibilities:
Support programme initiatives using recognised project management methods and tools to ensure robust project control, change management, risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, and planning discipline.
Develop a deep understanding of the programme environment to support prioritisation of high-value activities, using data-driven insights to manage complex internal and external dependencies.
Provide governance reporting support to programme boards, focusing on delivery confidence and risk visibility.
Identify and help remove blockers or impediments affecting enterprise delivery plans, and develop mitigation strategies for complex challenges.
Support the core team in capacity planning and contribute to building an inclusive, high-performing team environment.
Document roles and responsibilities across the core team to inform resourcing and recruitment decisions.
Build and maintain stakeholder relationships across the organisation to support progress on shared goals and delivery dependencies.
Coordinate impact and alignment across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure programme KPIs and objectives are achieved.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Proven experience in delivering digital projects across the full project lifecycle.
Successful track record of managing delivery through third-party suppliers.
Experience leading delivery across organisational boundaries and managing differing perspectives.
Strong stakeholder management, including engagement with senior internal and external partners.
Ability to coach, mentor, and influence teams and individuals.