Head of Delivery (Software application developments / UK Public Sector)
Location: Guildford (Permanent Hybrid/travel to client and office sites as required)
OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Head of Delivery/Projects to lead, drive and continuously improve delivery across our UK Public Sector clients. This is a hands‑on leadership role, combining portfolio oversight with direct Delivery Manager responsibility on key engagements.
You’ll be accountable for delivering high-quality outcomes while embedding Agile best practices aligned to GDS standards and driving continuous improvement across delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Own delivery across all Agile software & data projects
* Act as Delivery Manager on complex/high‑risk programmes
* Ensure delivery across scope, budget, timelines, and quality
* Act as a senior escalation point for risks, issues, and stakeholders
* Lead a team of Delivery Managers and multidisciplinary resource
* Embed consistent Agile ways of working
* Drive process and delivery maturity, governance, and reporting (RAID, financials, capacity)
* Build strong relationships with public sector clients
* Support commercials, forecasting, and bids/tenders
Mandatory Requirements
* Proven leadership in Professional Services / Consultancy delivery
* Delivery of complex software/data programmes (up to £3m)
* Hands‑on experience as a Delivery or Project Manager
* Experience managing teams and senior stakeholders
* Strong commercial and financial management
* SC Clearance (or eligibility)
* Knowledge of GDS standards & assurance
* Experience with Dynamics 365, Power Platform, or data/analytics
Why Apply?
* High‑impact leadership role in public sector transformation
* Blend of strategic oversight + hands‑on delivery
* Opportunity to shape and mature delivery capability
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