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* NPL are implementing a Digital transformation programme to become a world leading Digital NMI. We are looking for people who are passionate about science and who have experience of supporting an organisation through change. This role will initially be focussing on delivering new technology solutions into the laboratory, supporting scientists at the workbench.
* About the Role
* NPL are implementing a Digital transformation programme to become a world leading Digital NMI. We are looking for people who are passionate about science and who have experience of supporting an organisation through change. This role will initially be focussing on delivering new technology solutions into the laboratory, supporting scientists at the workbench.
This role sits within the Technology Delivery (CIO organisation) and will have line management responsibilities for technology delivery analysts. You will be expected to work collaboratively across NPL, and be comfortable with a matrix management environment as you will be required to deliver projects with resources from a variety of teams.
A senior member of the Technical Delivery team, this role is responsible for successful delivery of IT solutions for medium to large scale projects. Acts as prime technical interface accountable for the IT delivery of the project from early idea through development to closure.
About You
1. You will be accountable for successful delivery of IT System Integration requirements for medium/large scale projects within the Digital Modernisation programme and beyond. Acts as prime technical interface responsible for IT project delivery from initiation through development to closure.
Areas of focus:
* Prime interface for the Project Lead across IT development for medium/large scale project delivery
* Ensure project management methodology alignment and technology related deliverables are tracked and delivered to time, cost and quality.
* May manage a team of Technical Analysts.
* Direct virtual IT project teams coordinating all technology deliverables to ensure new solutions are delivered effectively.
* Ensure software vendors and outsourced implementation partners deliver to agreed specification and adhere to appropriate governance.
* Support creation of business cases and secures funding through appropriate governance forums.
* Responsible for reviewing and recommending appropriate technologies to meet requirements.
* Proactively engage with stakeholders through the Software Development Lifecycle. Provide thought leadership on how technology can be utilised to deliver benefit to the business.
* Ensure production deployments meet business readiness criteria and transition into appropriate NPL IT support frameworks.
* Assist with 3rd party contract negotiation relevant to IT projects.
* Lead technology discovery to determine options for future capabilities.
Skills and Background/Experience required:
* Proven technology management experience of medium/large IT transformation projects through the entire Software Delivery Lifecycle.
* Excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure.
* Significant management of 3rd party vendors.
* Project Management experience including planning, resource allocation and prioritisation.
* Extensive stakeholder management skills including ability to convey technical risks and issues to senior business stakeholders.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent people management and business process knowledge.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that nationality, residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process. To work at NPL, you will need to obtain BPSS security clearance.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical.
About Us
The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK. Find out more about what it is like working here - The measure of us - Overview
NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.
At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we ensure we’re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome. More about this on our Diversity & Inclusion page.
We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range of rewards, benefits and recognition. Our values are at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success. To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please contact us.
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