Programme Manager
Reading
6-Month Contract
Paying up to £108p/h (Inside IR35)
Due to the nature of the role, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK security clearance. Please only apply if suitable
Key Responsibilities:
* Build and manage relationships with internal/ external stakeholders to ensure all bids are prepared, managed, and reviewed appropriately and in line with the company's policies and standards.
* Collaborate with Contract Managers to negotiate contract amendments and contribute to resolving contractual and legal disputes.
* May review options provided from the procurement supply cycle to ensure project delivery and costs are consistent with the contract.
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with all functions across the IPT in order to influence project activities and execute deliverables in line with the agreed timeframe and budget.
* Translate and apply the appropriate strategy for managing contingency plans in order to mitigate risks and capitalise on opportunities within the project.
* Lead the project team effectively, through planning, allocation, and reporting of work in order to ensure the successful delivery of the project/ plan.
* Communicate project progress to the LoB Management team Board to provide input into strategic direction for long-term plans.
* Ensure appropriate adherence to LCM.
* Accountable for delivering on financial commitments.
* Ownership for the delivery and performance of the project.
Required Skillset:
* Experience managing subcontractors and third-party suppliers.
* Knowledge of IT Service Management frameworks.
* Ability to influence and motivate project teams (direct/indirect management).
* Ideally, meet the requirements for registration as a certified member of the Association for Project Managers or equivalent (AcostE, MAPM, PMI, Association of Proposal Management Professionals).
* PMP or equivalent project management qualification.