Senior - Principal Consultant: Project Delivery Management
£NEG (DoE) + Annual Bonus | Hybrid Working. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our fast‑growing business. We are looking for the right person to help grow our Project Delivery capability within our Defence, Intelligence and National Security business at i3Works.
Role Purpose
We are seeking an experienced and versatile Project Delivery Manager at the Senior/Principal Consultant level to join our team. The ideal candidate will not only excel as a Project Delivery Manager but also be willing and able to support our clients in related disciplines.
The services we deliver for our clients will be varied and this role will provide the platform to define and implement the optimal delivery methodology to guide our clients to early value realisation whilst working toward strategic business benefits.
As a Project Delivery Manager you will lead, guide and influence broad stakeholder groups using effective communication, and utilisation of your discipline to deliver the agreed strategy. This is an outward‑facing role requiring effective leadership and stakeholder engagement together with well‑developed collaborative working practices.
Key Responsibilities
Delivery
* Definition of and adherence to the delivery strategy, with effective collaboration and communication to bring the wider team on the journey.
* Partnering with sector and service heads from across the business to ensure that the service is meeting both user and business needs.
* Translate strategic objectives and problem statements into an actionable vision for the project, product or service you are managing the delivery of.
Business Development
* Assist in the assembly of high‑quality tenders and/or submissions.
* Market the organisation’s capabilities and win work with clients to support growth.
* Maintain and develop the highest standards of client relations.
Experience and Qualifications
* Background in Defence, Intelligence and/or National Security, or similarly complex, regulated environments
* Proven track record of growing accounts, teams, or services
* Strong project delivery and stakeholder management skills
* Eligible and able to obtain the highest level of UK Government security clearance
Role Location
Our people will be comfortable working in a hybrid environment. Attendance at client location in Cheltenham will vary in accordance with our clients' requirements.
Our Core Values & Behaviours
Purposeful
* Professionally Responsible - Builds and delivers professionalism to bring value to i3Works, stakeholders and peers.
* Driven to Deliver - Demonstrates determination, resourcefulness, and purpose to deliver the best results for, and on behalf of, i3Works.
* Critical Thinker - Demonstrates the ability to analyse and understand data and information quickly. Uses information, insights and knowledge in a structured way to identify options, make recommendations and make robust, evidenced and defendable decisions.
Dynamic
* Curious - Is future‑focused, inquisitive, and open‑minded; seeks out evolving and innovative ways to add value to i3Works.
* Skilled Influencer - Demonstrates the ability to influence to gain the necessary commitment and support from diverse stakeholders in pursuit of our values.
Supportive
* Collaborative - Works effectively and inclusively with a range of people, both within, and outside of, i3Works
* Role Model - Consistently leads by example. Acts impartiality and independently, balancing personal and i3Works parameters.
Benefits at i3Works
* Private healthcare/medical cover & Group life insurance
* Annual bonus scheme (dependent on personal and company performance)
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per each calendar year, after your 3rd anniversary with the company – rising to a maximum of 30 days + bank holidays).
* Enhanced Reservist Leave – up to 10 days paid.
* Annual leave purchase scheme (up to 5 days per year)
* 5% company pension contribution
* £250.00 annual donation towards a charity or grassroots organisation of your choice
* Personal wellness benefit of £120.00 per month, access to unlimited 1‑1 counselling support and a wealth of wellbeing and support resources
* Enhanced parental leave
* Electric car leasing salary sacrifice scheme
* Cycle to work scheme (save 25‑39% on a bike and accessories)
* Paid qualifications for employees at all levels
* Internal Employee Networks, regular social events throughout the year and charity fundraising activities to get involved with, if you wish.
At i3Works we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
We ensure that all hiring decisions are made without regard to age, race, national origin, sex, disability, gender, gender identity, religion, or any other protected characteristics, and will treat all applications with the strictest confidence. Please don’t be afraid to ask about what we can do to support your needs. All requests will be carefully and fairly considered. We wish you every success in your job search.
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