Senior Project Manager - Transformation Programme

Contract Type: 9 months
Location: Huddersfield

Are you ready to take the lead in a transformative journey? Our client is on the lookout for a talented Senior Project Manager to spearhead a vital transformation programme at their Huddersfield site. This is your chance to make a lasting impact by overseeing the realignment of production, costs, and resources across three pivotal workstreams:

Products and Assets
Service and Infrastructure
Organisational Structure (including headcount, roles, and skills)

Join us in establishing a robust PMO function that will drive meaningful change, collaborating closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Senior Project Manager, you'll be at the forefront of this exciting initiative! Your responsibilities will include:

Establishing and maintaining comprehensive PMO governance across the transformation programme.
Developing and managing detailed project plans, financial forecasts, and resource allocations.
Leading risk and issue management processes, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
Supporting preparation for consultation meetings with trade unions regarding workforce changes.
Providing regular, clear reporting to senior stakeholders on programme progress.
Coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and delivery against objectives.
Identifying and resolving complex problems that may impede programme success.
Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements throughout the transformation.

Experience and Skills:

We are looking for a dynamic individual with:

A proven track record of establishing and managing PMO functions for significant transformation programmes.
Demonstrated experience in workforce restructuring projects, including significant headcount reductions and resets.
Experience in supporting the preparation for formal consultation processes with trade unions and employee representatives.
A strong background in developing and implementing project governance frameworks to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery.
Exceptional financial forecasting and budget management capabilities.
Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
Strong leadership qualities to navigate challenging situations.
A deep understanding of project management methodologies and best practises.

Personal Attributes:

Are you resilient and strategic? The ideal candidate will possess:

The ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and composure.
A strategic mindset that balances immediate needs with long-term objectives.
A collaborative approach while maintaining clear direction and accountability.
An analytical mindset complemented by strong problem-solving skills.
The adaptability to thrive in changing circumstances while staying focused on core deliverables.

Why Join Us?

This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to facilitate a significant transformation programme with a lasting impact. If you're someone who can blend technical project management expertise with the interpersonal skills needed to guide teams through substantial change, we want to hear from you!