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Senior IT Project Manager
Senior Project/Programme Manager (Public Sector & IT Technology)
About The Job
As a Senior Project/Programme Manager, you will lead the delivery of large, complex IT and technology projects and programmes for our public sector and other clients. This involves managing high-visibility deliveries across the full project lifecycle, from initiation to end-to-end delivery, ensuring successful outcomes in dynamic, multi-supplier, and matrix environments.
You will provide strong leadership to multi-discipline and multi-supplier teams, foster a collaborative and high-performing culture, and engage with senior stakeholders to deliver value while driving continuous improvement.
Hybrid Working: Your work environment will blend company offices, client sites, and remote working from home, though working 100% from home will not be permitted.
Required Pre-Employment Checks
If offered the role, expectation of undergoing:
- Identity verification
- Nationality/immigration status confirmation
- Employment history check (last 3 continuous years)
- Unspent criminal record check (Disclosure and Barring Service clearance)
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Project/Programme Delivery: Manage large and complex IT/technology projects/programmes end-to-end, ensuring adherence to agreed scope, quality, schedule, and budget.
- Team Management: Provide leadership to multi-discipline and multi-supplier teams, motivating teams to achieve high performance in matrix environments.
- Agile Delivery & Risk Management: Develop project/programme schedules, establish delivery rhythms, manage risks/dependencies, and resolve blockers proactively.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including senior leadership, aligning perspectives and ensuring successful delivery.
- Continuous Improvement: Promote operational efficiency via agile practices and lessons learned from past engagements.
- Financial Responsibility: Oversee project budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting and value delivery, alongside robust change control.
- Commercial Acumen: Assess commercial proposals and navigate different contract types (e.g., Time & Materials, fixed price).
- Reporting & Data-Driven Decision Making: Provide clear performance data to stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure all deliverables meet stage-appropriate quality standards, delivered on time and within scope.
- Inclusive Culture: Foster a productive, collaborative, and innovative work environment that supports professional growth.
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Required Skills & Experience
- Senior-Level Project/Programme Delivery: Proven expertise managing large and complex IT/technology projects from initiation to completion.
- Technical & Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of agile delivery, project lifecycle management, and experience in matrix/multi-supplier environments.
- Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, communicating effectively and aligning objectives.
- Team Leadership: Successful track record in leading multi-discipline/multi-supplier teams, driving high performance.
- Budget & Financial Management: Hands-on experience in managing project budgets, forecasting, and delivering value.
- Risk & Issue Resolution: Ability to identify and proactively manage risks, implementing mitigation strategies and resolving issues timely.
- Robust Planning: Expertise in creating and adhering to comprehensive project/programme plans aligned with organisational goals.
Inclusive Recruitment Commitment
Capgemini is a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we guarantee interviews for candidates who:
- Declare a disability and
- Meet the minimum essential criteria.
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Security Clearance Requirement
For this role, obtaining Security Check (SC) clearance is mandatory.
To qualify, the successful candidate must:
- Have resided continuously within the UK for the last 5 years.
- Meet additional security-related criteria.
You will be asked relevant questions (e.g., residency status, nationality) throughout the recruitment process. Some posts may be restricted to UK nationals due to security policies.
Employee Wellbeing & Culture
Join Capgemini, an accredited Great Place to Work for Wellbeing (2024). Key employee and wellbeing initiatives include:
- Mentally health and inclusion programs.
- Mental Health Champions in each business area.
- Wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy.
You will help redefine what’s possible by delivering technology solutions that create impact across sectors. We aim to build a more sustainable and inclusive future in collaboration with our diverse global clients.
Why Choose Capgemini?
Capgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, striving to deliver measurable impact for our clients while advancing our mission for a better sustainable world.
Benefits of Joining Us:
- Thriving Work Culture: Engage with like-minded innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry experts committed to tackling transformative challenges.
- Learning & Growth: Continuous professional development fostered through shared knowledge and active collaboration.
- Impact-Focused Role: Leverage technology to drive innovation and support client growth.
- Transformation Journey: Contribute to changing global businesses through groundbreaking projects.
By embracing challenges together, we shape futures, both professionally and for the businesses that drive progress today.
For more details, visit capgemini.com. #MakeItReal
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