Description
Programme Manager
Programme Name: LCST (Logistics Commodities & Services Transformation) Location: Bristol, UK
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Role Overview:
The Logistics Commodities & Services Transformation (LCST) programme is seeking a highly skilled Programme Manager with a proven ability to drive change and innovation in a complex environment. This role will focus on developing, managing, and executing high-impact strategic initiatives designed to enhance operational capabilities and ensure the long-term success of our transformation efforts.
Qualified in Project and Programme Management and commercially adept, the Strategic Project Initiatives (SPI) Programme Manager will oversee key projects, from pre-award and mobilisation through execution, transition, and close. This role will collaborate closely with project professionals, operational managers, and external stakeholders (including the MOD) to ensure that high-level, cross-functional initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality.
As a senior member of the P3M team, the Programme Manager will foster a culture of strategic thinking, programme excellence, and innovation, reporting directly to the P3M Director and working closely with internal and external partners.
Main Duties:
* Lead the delivery of strategic project initiatives, ensuring projects deliver the promised outcomes for our customers and contribute to overarching transformation goals.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, senior leadership, and third-party suppliers.
* Establish control and visibility of project schedules, maintained within the Integrated Master Schedule and ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
* Proactively manage risks, implementing suitable mitigation plans, and reporting/escalating issues as needed.
* Ensure financial performance and adherence to programme budgets, with regular reviews of project actuals and Estimates at Completion (EAC) to inform forecasting and decision-making.
* Assure the content and quality of project documentation, including Basis of Estimates, RAID logs, PIDs, and strategic roadmaps, ensuring alignment with governance requirements.
* Ensure that projects, proposals, and initiatives are compliant with corporate, regulatory, security, and contractual policies and obligations.
* Drive a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to innovate and improve delivery across the SPI programme.
Skills Required:
* Demonstrable experience in Programme Management, with a focus on strategic initiatives and managing cross-functional, high-impact projects.
* Proven ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels, particularly in the delivery of business critical or transformative projects.
* Experience managing the full programme lifecycle, including proposal development, mobilisation, delivery, service transition/support, and closeout.
* Adept in schedule, risk, and financial management, with a strong focus on strategic alignment and delivery.
* Continuous Improvement mindset and ability to foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
Skills Desired:
* Recognised Project Management qualification (APM PMQ/PPQ/ChPP preferred, MSP or similar).
* Advanced knowledge of operating in a public sector/central government environment.
* Experience in leading large-scale transformation or strategic initiatives.
Clearance Requirements:
* Clearance to Start BPSS.
* Clearance for Role SC.
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.
Original Posting Date: 2024-10-16
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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