Project Manager
Project Manager - Regulated Operations & Transformation Contract | 12 months | £400-500 per day (Outside IR35)
Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of two high-impact programmes within a regulated environment. Reporting into the Programme Lead, you will play a key role in driving regulatory compliance improvements and leading a major operational transformation initiative.
This role requires a hands-on delivery leader who is comfortable operating across complex environments, engaging senior stakeholders, and working under regulatory scrutiny.
Key Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance & Assurance Programme
- Lead delivery of a programme focused on strengthening statutory compliance across operational environments
- Design and embed robust processes and control frameworks
- Ensure full auditability and traceability of compliance activities
- Oversee rollout of training, standards, and ways of working
- Support migration of operational activities into a central workflow system
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure delivery meets internal and external expectations
Operational Transformation Programme (Confidential)
- Lead mobilisation and early-stage planning of a strategic site rationalisation initiative
- Develop and deliver a multi-year roadmap for consolidation and optimisation of operational assets
- Oversee relocation of critical operational functions while ensuring business continuity
- Support reinvestment and optimisation of existing infrastructure
- Manage risks, stakeholder impact, and long-term value delivery
Candidate Profile
Experience
- Proven track record delivering complex programmes within regulated environments
- Experience working under regulatory oversight and external scrutiny
- Strong understanding of operational processes, risk, compliance, and control frameworks
- Experience delivering change across operations, systems, and organisational processes
- Utilities or infrastructure sector experience is advantageous
Capabilities
- Strong programme and project leadership skills
- Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on in delivery
- Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and external bodies
- Strong planning, mobilisation, and execution capability
- Ability to connect senior leadership with technical teams and SMEs
Ways of Working
- Predominantly site-based role (circa 4 days per week)
- Flexibility required to support stakeholder engagement and programme delivery
Contract Details
- Initial 12-month contract with potential extension
- Day rate: £400-£500 per day (Outside IR35)
- Immediate focus on delivery of Phase 1 within the first 12 months
Personal Attributes
- Delivery-focused with a strong results mindset
- Collaborative and able to influence across diverse stakeholder groups
- Comfortable operating in complex and evolving environments
- Able to bring structure, clarity, and momentum to large-scale programmes
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