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Whitehall Resources require an IT Engagement Manager to work with a key client on a 6 month initial contract. *This role will ideally require 2 days per week on site in either Telford or Worthing. *Inside IR35. *Candidates are required to be eligible for SC clearance.
Job Responsibility
Lead the delivery of large and complex IT/technology projects and programmes across the full project lifecycle (end-to-end), ensuring delivery to agreed scope, quality, time, and budget
Provide strong leadership to multi-discipline and multi-supplier teams, motivating and guiding them to achieve high performance in matrix environments
Develop and maintain project/programme schedules, establish delivery rhythms, manage risks and dependencies, and proactively remove blockers
Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment and successful delivery
Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency through agile delivery practices and lessons learned
Manage projects/programmes in line with budget(s), ensuring accurate forecasting, value delivery, and effective change control
Demonstrate commercial acumen, including developing commercial proposals and working with various contract types (e.g., Time & Materials, fixed price)
Provide clear reporting and data to support communication with senior stakeholders and support decision-making
Ensure deliverables meet quality standards appropriate to their stage and are completed on time
Foster a productive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment that supports professional growth and innovation
Requirements
Proven experience delivering IT/technology projects and programmes at a senior level, ideally within large and complex environments
Demonstrated ability to manage large and complex projects/programmes across the full project lifecycle and end-to-end delivery
Strong understanding of agile delivery practices, project/programme lifecycle management, and experience working in matrix and multi-supplier team environments
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including experience engaging with senior stakeholders
Demonstrated leadership in motivating and guiding multi-discipline and multi-supplier teams to achieve high performance
Experience managing projects/programmes in line with budget(s), ensuring accurate forecasting, value delivery, and effective change control
Demonstrate financial acumen, including P&L accountability and budget management
Proven ability to identify, assess, and proactively manage project and programme risks, implementing effective mitigation strategies and ensuring timely resolution of issues
Exceptional planning skills, with a proven ability to develop robust project and programme plans that align with organisational objectives and ensure successful delivery
Candidates are required to be eligible for SC clearance