411 Delivery Director jobs in the United Kingdom
Delivery Director- Industry
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As the Delivery Director, you will play a crucial role in enhancing performance and fostering growth within our portfolio of accounts. Your primary objective will be to ensure exceptional delivery standards, surpassing client expectations, and achieving P&L targets for all provided services. You'll engage closely with senior client stakeholders, acting as the primary liaison for delivery matters, overseeing the smooth onboarding of new project teams, and facilitating the launch of new services. Your leadership will extend to major bids within the Industry Sector, where you'll drive the development of competitive yet robust solutions.
Alongside your oversight duties, you'll actively mentor project and service delivery managers, fostering their professional growth. Your role will involve leveraging established relationships at senior levels to drive expansion strategies for existing accounts and contributing to the estimation and assurance of delivery for bids typically ranging from £1m to £0m. As the Delivery Director, you'll demonstrate leadership in identifying and pursuing sales opportunities for expansion, staying updated on current and future trends shaping the domain specific capability.
**What experience you'll bring:**
Our ideal candidate for the Delivery Director role will be an experienced professional with a track record of full delivery and P&L accountability across a significant client portfolio, exceeding 0m. You should possess a deep understanding of the dynamics and challenges within the Industry Business Unit, coupled with a proven history of successfully delivering large-scale, complex bids within the domain ( 0m+). Strong senior stakeholder management skills are essential, as you'll be influencing across a diverse and intricate delivery portfolio.
Key competencies include adeptness in leading distributed teams, familiarity with delivery methodologies such as Agile and Scaled Agile, commercial acumen in pricing models and contracting methods, understanding of procurement and security constraints relevant to the Industry Business Unit, and knowledge of central best practices and operational processes. Your success in this role will be gauged by client satisfaction and P&L performance across the existing delivery portfolio, with personal impact evident in positive client feedback and successful deliveries without escalations requiring senior management intervention.
**Who we are:**
We're a business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and we undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Our advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects.
Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well-being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation. We are also proud to share that we have a range of Inclusion Networks such as: the Women's Business Network, Cultural and Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network and the Parent Network.
For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please click here: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK | NTT DATA ( we'll offer you:**
We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.
You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a proud Disability Confident Committed Employer - we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us, during the application process, that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team.
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Major Projects Delivery Director
Posted 1 day ago
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Join Ofwat’s Major Projects Team as a Major Projects Delivery Director
*Office Location : Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) with hybrid working*
About Us
We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance – no other organisation does the work we do. It’s unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don’t cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life.
The Role
Join us as a Delivery Director in Major Projects and be at the forefront of shaping how a £50bn programme of major projects and new water resources is delivered. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 30 Major Projects.
You will lead teams that are defining how the competitive commercial models are being applied to the programme, working closely with companies and regulators to drive new approaches to unlocking programme opportunities, using your expertise and judgement to test delivery plans, and proactively resolving emerging issues, thereby building confidence with government, and the investor and delivery market.
You will also be key to shaping our programmatic approach to providing grip, defining how we assure delivery and inspiring the sector to innovate and share learning.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to spearhead the delivery function of the Directorate, driving performance and opportunity. You will be a key part of the directorate's leadership team, working in partnership with existing directors, and playing a key role in the delivery of this transformative programme of Major Projects.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on the sustainability and resilience of our water resources. If you are passionate about leading innovative programmes and inspiring teams to achieve excellence, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. Together, we can create a better future for our communities and the environment.
To find more details about the role and deliverables please click Apply .
About You
Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post:
- A relevant professional qualification in project, programme, or portfolio management (e.g. MSP, MoP, PRINCE2, APM Chartered Project Professional, or equivalent), and/or substantial equivalent experience in leading complex, high-value infrastructure projects or programmes. li>Significant knowledge and experience of major projects delivery, ideally in an infrastructure sector with substantial commercial risk.
- Experience of senior leadership for major projects or programmes and the ability to effectively lead teams and projects through change and uncertainty and delivering performance.
- Highly tuned interpersonal skills, particularly in negotiation, influencing and engagement, with the ability to build trust, confidence and lasting partnerships across organisations.
- An inclusive leadership style which inspires, motivates, and promotes collaboration to develop high performing, innovative and inclusive teams.
- Demonstrable experience of stakeholder engagement and getting a wide range of conflicting views aligned.
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
Why You Should Join Us:
- Meaningful Impact: You will be joining a team with a sense of mission at its core aiming to build a lasting legacy for future generations by securing our long-term water resilience.
- Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration.
- Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices.
- Fantastic employer pension contribution of nearly 30%.
- 25 days’ annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. < i>Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership.
- Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies.
- Up to 3 volunteering days per year.
- Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work.
- Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.
Follow the link to Apply for full details about the role, please ensure you have submitted your Applications in full before the below deadline.
Closing date: 23.55 on 17 August 2025
Major Projects Delivery Director
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Join Ofwat’s Major Projects Team as a Major Projects Delivery Director
*Office Location : Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) with hybrid working*
About Us
We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance – no other organisation does the work we do. It’s unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don’t cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life.
The Role
Join us as a Delivery Director in Major Projects and be at the forefront of shaping how a £50bn programme of major projects and new water resources is delivered. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 30 Major Projects.
You will lead teams that are defining how the competitive commercial models are being applied to the programme, working closely with companies and regulators to drive new approaches to unlocking programme opportunities, using your expertise and judgement to test delivery plans, and proactively resolving emerging issues, thereby building confidence with government, and the investor and delivery market.
You will also be key to shaping our programmatic approach to providing grip, defining how we assure delivery and inspiring the sector to innovate and share learning.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to spearhead the delivery function of the Directorate, driving performance and opportunity. You will be a key part of the directorate's leadership team, working in partnership with existing directors, and playing a key role in the delivery of this transformative programme of Major Projects.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on the sustainability and resilience of our water resources. If you are passionate about leading innovative programmes and inspiring teams to achieve excellence, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. Together, we can create a better future for our communities and the environment.
To find more details about the role and deliverables please click Apply .
About You
Below are some of the key essential experience, skills & knowledge required for this post:
- A relevant professional qualification in project, programme, or portfolio management (e.g. MSP, MoP, PRINCE2, APM Chartered Project Professional, or equivalent), and/or substantial equivalent experience in leading complex, high-value infrastructure projects or programmes. li>Significant knowledge and experience of major projects delivery, ideally in an infrastructure sector with substantial commercial risk.
- Experience of senior leadership for major projects or programmes and the ability to effectively lead teams and projects through change and uncertainty and delivering performance.
- Highly tuned interpersonal skills, particularly in negotiation, influencing and engagement, with the ability to build trust, confidence and lasting partnerships across organisations.
- An inclusive leadership style which inspires, motivates, and promotes collaboration to develop high performing, innovative and inclusive teams.
- Demonstrable experience of stakeholder engagement and getting a wide range of conflicting views aligned.
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
Why You Should Join Us:
- Meaningful Impact: You will be joining a team with a sense of mission at its core aiming to build a lasting legacy for future generations by securing our long-term water resilience.
- Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration.
- Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices.
- Fantastic employer pension contribution of nearly 30%.
- 25 days’ annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. < i>Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership.
- Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies.
- Up to 3 volunteering days per year.
- Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work.
- Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.
Follow the link to Apply for full details about the role, please ensure you have submitted your Applications in full before the below deadline.
Closing date: 23.55 on 17 August 2025
Major Projects Delivery Director
Posted 1 day ago
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Job title: Major Projects Delivery Director
Position type: Permanent
Job reference: 418719
No. Vacancies: 1
Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working
Salary: £88,385 - £17,000
Closing date: Sunday 17th August at 23:55
Join Ofwat s Major Projects Team as a Major Projects Delivery Director
About Us
We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance no other organisation does the work we do. It s unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don t cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life.
The Role
Join us as a Delivery Director in Major Projects and be at the forefront of shaping how a 0bn programme of major projects and new water resources is delivered. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 30 Major Projects.
You will lead teams that are defining how the competitive commercial models are being applied to the programme, working closely with companies and regulators to drive new approaches to unlocking programme opportunities, using your expertise and judgement to test delivery plans, and proactively resolving emerging issues, thereby building confidence with government, and the investor and delivery market.
You will also be key to shaping our programmatic approach to providing grip, defining how we assure delivery and inspiring the sector to innovate and share learning.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to spearhead the delivery function of the Directorate, driving performance and opportunity. You will be a key part of the directorate's leadership team, working in partnership with existing directors, and playing a key role in the delivery of this transformative programme of Major Projects.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on the sustainability and resilience of our water resources. If you are passionate about leading innovative programmes and inspiring teams to achieve excellence, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. Together, we can create a better future for our communities and the environment.
About You
Experience, skills and knowledge
1. A relevant professional qualification in project, programme, or portfolio management (e.g. MSP, MoP, PRINCE2, APM Chartered Project Professional, or equivalent), and/or substantial equivalent experience in leading complex, high-value infrastructure projects or programmes.
2. Lead criterion : Significant knowledge and experience of major projects delivery, ideally in an infrastructure sector with substantial commercial risk.
3. Lead criterion : Experience of senior leadership for major projects or programmes and the ability to effectively lead teams and projects through change and uncertainty and delivering performance.
4. Highly tuned interpersonal skills, particularly in negotiation, influencing and engagement, with the ability to build trust, confidence and lasting partnerships across organisations.
5. An inclusive leadership style which inspires, motivates, and promotes collaboration to develop high performing, innovative and inclusive teams.
6. Demonstrable experience of stakeholder engagement and getting a wide range of conflicting views aligned.
7. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
Attributes as per Ofwat s Framework for Success for Principal Grade. You can read more about our attributes here .
Why Join Us
• Meaningful Impact : Contribute to our purpose to drive water companies to deliver more for customers and the environment.
• Innovative Work Environment : We embrace agile working and a culture of trust, flexibility, and collaboration.
• Development Opportunities : Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with meaningful collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices.
Other Benefits
• Excellent employer pension contribution of over 28%
• 25 days annual leave , increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave.
• Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership.
• Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies.
• Up to 3 volunteering days per year.
• Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work.
• Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.
To read more about the role and selection process, please follow the link to apply.
TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Major Projects Delivery Director
Posted 1 day ago
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Job title: Major Projects Delivery Director
Position type: Permanent
Job reference: 418719
No. Vacancies: 1
Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working
Salary: £88,385 - £17,000
Closing date: Sunday 17th August at 23:55
Join Ofwat s Major Projects Team as a Major Projects Delivery Director
About Us
We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance no other organisation does the work we do. It s unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don t cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life.
The Role
Join us as a Delivery Director in Major Projects and be at the forefront of shaping how a 0bn programme of major projects and new water resources is delivered. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 30 Major Projects.
You will lead teams that are defining how the competitive commercial models are being applied to the programme, working closely with companies and regulators to drive new approaches to unlocking programme opportunities, using your expertise and judgement to test delivery plans, and proactively resolving emerging issues, thereby building confidence with government, and the investor and delivery market.
You will also be key to shaping our programmatic approach to providing grip, defining how we assure delivery and inspiring the sector to innovate and share learning.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to spearhead the delivery function of the Directorate, driving performance and opportunity. You will be a key part of the directorate's leadership team, working in partnership with existing directors, and playing a key role in the delivery of this transformative programme of Major Projects.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on the sustainability and resilience of our water resources. If you are passionate about leading innovative programmes and inspiring teams to achieve excellence, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. Together, we can create a better future for our communities and the environment.
About You
Experience, skills and knowledge
1. A relevant professional qualification in project, programme, or portfolio management (e.g. MSP, MoP, PRINCE2, APM Chartered Project Professional, or equivalent), and/or substantial equivalent experience in leading complex, high-value infrastructure projects or programmes.
2. Lead criterion : Significant knowledge and experience of major projects delivery, ideally in an infrastructure sector with substantial commercial risk.
3. Lead criterion : Experience of senior leadership for major projects or programmes and the ability to effectively lead teams and projects through change and uncertainty and delivering performance.
4. Highly tuned interpersonal skills, particularly in negotiation, influencing and engagement, with the ability to build trust, confidence and lasting partnerships across organisations.
5. An inclusive leadership style which inspires, motivates, and promotes collaboration to develop high performing, innovative and inclusive teams.
6. Demonstrable experience of stakeholder engagement and getting a wide range of conflicting views aligned.
7. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
Attributes as per Ofwat s Framework for Success for Principal Grade. You can read more about our attributes here .
Why Join Us
• Meaningful Impact : Contribute to our purpose to drive water companies to deliver more for customers and the environment.
• Innovative Work Environment : We embrace agile working and a culture of trust, flexibility, and collaboration.
• Development Opportunities : Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with meaningful collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices.
Other Benefits
• Excellent employer pension contribution of over 28%
• 25 days annual leave , increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave.
• Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership.
• Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies.
• Up to 3 volunteering days per year.
• Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work.
• Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.
To read more about the role and selection process, please follow the link to apply.
TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Major Projects Delivery Director
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
Job title: Major Projects Delivery Director
Position type: Permanent
Job reference: 418719
No. Vacancies: 1
Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working
Salary: £88,385 - £17,000
Closing date: Sunday 17th August at 23:55
Join Ofwat's Major Projects Team as a Major Projects Delivery Director
About Us
We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance – no other organisation does the work we do. It's unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don't cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life.
The Role
Join us as a Delivery Director in Major Projects and be at the forefront of shaping how a £50b programme of major projects and new water resources is delivered. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 30 Major Projects.
You will lead teams that are defining how the competitive commercial models are being applied to the programme, working closely with companies and regulators to drive new approaches to unlocking programme opportunities, using your expertise and judgement to test delivery plans, and proactively resolving emerging issues, thereby building confidence with government, and the investor and delivery market.
You will also be key to shaping our programmatic approach to providing grip, defining how we assure delivery and inspiring the sector to innovate and share learning.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to spearhead the delivery function of the Directorate, driving performance and opportunity. You will be a key part of the directorate's leadership team, working in partnership with existing directors, and playing a key role in the delivery of this transformative programme of Major Projects.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on the sustainability and resilience of our water resources. If you are passionate about leading innovative programmes and inspiring teams to achieve excellence, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. Together, we can create a better future for our communities and the environment.
About You
Experience, skills and knowledge
1. A relevant professional qualification in project, programme, or portfolio management (e.g. MSP, MoP, PRINCE2, APM Chartered Project Professional, or equivalent), and/or substantial equivalent experience in leading complex, high-value infrastructure projects or programmes.
2. Lead criterion : Significant knowledge and experience of major projects delivery, ideally in an infrastructure sector with substantial commercial risk.
3. Lead criterion : Experience of senior leadership for major projects or programmes and the ability to effectively lead teams and projects through change and uncertainty and delivering performance.
4. Highly tuned interpersonal skills, particularly in negotiation, influencing and engagement, with the ability to build trust, confidence and lasting partnerships across organisations.
5. An inclusive leadership style which inspires, motivates, and promotes collaboration to develop high performing, innovative and inclusive teams.
6. Demonstrable experience of stakeholder engagement and getting a wide range of conflicting views aligned.
7. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
Attributes as per Ofwat's Framework for Success for Principal Grade. You can read more about our attributes here .
Why Join Us
• Meaningful Impact : Contribute to our purpose to drive water companies to deliver more for customers and the environment.
• Innovative Work Environment : We embrace agile working and a culture of trust, flexibility, and collaboration.
• Development Opportunities : Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with meaningful collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices.
Other Benefits
• Excellent employer pension contribution of over 28%
• 25 days' annual leave , increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave.
• Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership.
• Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies.
• Up to 3 volunteering days per year.
• Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work.
• Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.
To read more about the role and selection process, please follow the link to apply.
Major Projects Delivery Director
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Job title: Major Projects Delivery Director
Position type: Permanent
Job reference: 418719
No. Vacancies: 1
Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working
Salary: £88,385 - £17,000
Closing date: Sunday 17th August at 23:55
Join Ofwat's Major Projects Team as a Major Projects Delivery Director
About Us
We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Our work has genuine significance – no other organisation does the work we do. It's unique and meaningful: keeping our water flowing; ensuring water bills don't cost a penny more than needed; holding water companies to account. Come and work at the source of everyday life.
The Role
Join us as a Delivery Director in Major Projects and be at the forefront of shaping how a £50b programme of major projects and new water resources is delivered. Following Ofwat's final determination for the Price Review 2024, we are embarking on an ambitious journey with a significant programme of 30 Major Projects.
You will lead teams that are defining how the competitive commercial models are being applied to the programme, working closely with companies and regulators to drive new approaches to unlocking programme opportunities, using your expertise and judgement to test delivery plans, and proactively resolving emerging issues, thereby building confidence with government, and the investor and delivery market.
You will also be key to shaping our programmatic approach to providing grip, defining how we assure delivery and inspiring the sector to innovate and share learning.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to spearhead the delivery function of the Directorate, driving performance and opportunity. You will be a key part of the directorate's leadership team, working in partnership with existing directors, and playing a key role in the delivery of this transformative programme of Major Projects.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on the sustainability and resilience of our water resources. If you are passionate about leading innovative programmes and inspiring teams to achieve excellence, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey. Together, we can create a better future for our communities and the environment.
About You
Experience, skills and knowledge
1. A relevant professional qualification in project, programme, or portfolio management (e.g. MSP, MoP, PRINCE2, APM Chartered Project Professional, or equivalent), and/or substantial equivalent experience in leading complex, high-value infrastructure projects or programmes.
2. Lead criterion : Significant knowledge and experience of major projects delivery, ideally in an infrastructure sector with substantial commercial risk.
3. Lead criterion : Experience of senior leadership for major projects or programmes and the ability to effectively lead teams and projects through change and uncertainty and delivering performance.
4. Highly tuned interpersonal skills, particularly in negotiation, influencing and engagement, with the ability to build trust, confidence and lasting partnerships across organisations.
5. An inclusive leadership style which inspires, motivates, and promotes collaboration to develop high performing, innovative and inclusive teams.
6. Demonstrable experience of stakeholder engagement and getting a wide range of conflicting views aligned.
7. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
Attributes as per Ofwat's Framework for Success for Principal Grade. You can read more about our attributes here .
Why Join Us
• Meaningful Impact : Contribute to our purpose to drive water companies to deliver more for customers and the environment.
• Innovative Work Environment : We embrace agile working and a culture of trust, flexibility, and collaboration.
• Development Opportunities : Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with meaningful collaboration in our London or Birmingham offices.
Other Benefits
• Excellent employer pension contribution of over 28%
• 25 days' annual leave , increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave.
• Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership.
• Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies.
• Up to 3 volunteering days per year.
• Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work.
• Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.
To read more about the role and selection process, please follow the link to apply.
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Director, Digital Delivery
Posted 513 days ago
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Salary: £80-120k dependent on experience
Location: Hybrid working, London, United Kingdom
Do you work in the field of digital, in the broadest sense? We’re looking for both people who consider themselves specialists (such as product owners, service designers, delivery managers or software developers) or generalists (playing a key role in making digital change or delivery happen, such as policy makers, strategists or digital team managers).
At Public Digital, we’ll ask you to apply those skills as consultants, but a style of consultancy grounded in lived experience: your lived experience, and the lived experiences of the wider Public Digital team, as well as previous experience within a consulting or coaching role.
Day-to-day, you’ll be an advisor and coach, you’ll facilitate, convene, write and present as well as leading large, impactful client engagements. You will have specialist skills, you’ll sometimes apply those skills directly as a practitioner-coach - showing by doing, whilst helping our clients learn from the skills and experience you have.
We think Public Digital offers a unique opportunity - allowing those with digital skills and experience to amplify their impact. We offer a unique way to learn, working closely, day-to-day, within teams with rich and broad experience different to your own.
You’ll be asked to be part of multidisciplinary, multi-functional consulting teams, helping our varied clients with a diverse set of challenges and opportunities. From helping them deliver impactful digital services, researching complex new domains, or make tangible progress with large-scale organisational reform and culture change.
About us
We are Public Digital, a digital transformation consultancy headquartered in London. We help global institutions that matter thrive in the internet era. We apply the culture, processes, business models and technologies of the internet era to help teams build and run excellent services.
Public Digital is growing fast and we are growing our UK & Europe team, bringing in a Director to focus on delivery of projects with our clients in that sector as well as building that market further. Our headcount grew by 55% in 2023, and we have developed lasting relationships with governments and global philanthropic funders. From our beginnings as a digital strategy focused consultancy, we are now looking to grow our capability and capacity to lead delivery projects for clients.
Role overview
We are looking for an experienced leader to run our engagements and grow our business with the public sector. Clients have been an important part of our work for many years. We’ve worked across local government, charities, government agencies as well as private sector clients, helping leaders to define digital strategy, to turn around major programmes, and implement modern organisational design and practices for more effective digital delivery.
We are looking for someone to deliver consultancy projects with clients across our portfolio. You must have a strong understanding of how to you must have a strong understanding of how to lead change in large complex organisations, preferably including the public sector, and how to implement and grow modern, user-centred and responsive ways of working in teams.
- You will lead our client engagements and build strong, pragmatic working relationships with leaders and digital practitioners in large, complex organisations and institutions.
- You will support organisations to lead in digital and user-centred approaches
- You will work with team members to ensure successful delivery of projects.
- You will extend the reach of PD’s reputation and network by representing PD in events, written comms and digital government networks.
- You will also contribute to our rapid growth by generating and developing new leads, and help strengthen our global reputation.
- You will help to contribute to the development and advancement of internal team members by mentoring and passing on your experience.
Requirements
- Your demonstrable experience will make you an excellent leader in this role. You understand how to operate effectively in large organisations. You are experienced working in large complex organizations, ideally within government however this is not essential.
- Experience working within a consultative role, either through a consulting firm, agency or in an in house position would be highly desirable.
- You’ve led and empowered teams to deliver excellent work.
- You will be willing to travel when needed so as to help deliver some projects in person as well as working in different time zones as needed.
- You have experience of agile and user-centred approaches to digital delivery. You understand how to apply new ways of working in organisations, facilitating teams to build capability, collaborate and become more self-organising
- You’re excellent at stakeholder management and comfortable working closely with senior leaders, as a trusted advisor and clear communicator.
- You have a pragmatic and proactive approach to managing and delivering projects, including excellent levels of organisation, prioritisation and delivery management
- You are collaborative, comfortable working in the open, and have an ability to visualise and map concepts and ideas.
- You have excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- You are committed to developing a diverse, inclusive team and culture where people thrive and do excellent work.
Important Note: Although this ad lists out what we look for in candidates, it is likely that we are missing other skills that you may have which could make you a great fit for our business. Research shows that female candidates tend to be less likely to apply to roles where they don’t check all the boxes over other genders. What we are therefore saying is if you feel you tick the majority of the boxes we have listed above, we would welcome an application from you as it never hurts to take a chance and apply!
Benefits
What’s in it for you:
- Opportunity to grow and progress rapidly within an engaged, supportive environment
- Be entrepreneurial and contribute to the growth and success of Public Digital
- Focus on enabling people to deliver high-impact work with leading institutions around the world
- Focus on learning, development and progression
- Ability to build and develop your expertise and profile through publishing blog posts, presenting at events and sharing knowledge and experience
- Be empowered to do your best job
- Home and remote working, flexibility in how you deliver work
- Buddy system and prioritised mental health
- Generous holiday allowance of 30 days, plus an additional office closure over the Christmas period.
- Private healthcare cover.
- Additional Flexible benefits.
Senior Programme Manager,Transport Operations Management (TOM)
Posted 7 days ago
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Job Description
Our Programme Managers are always thinking about the bigger picture. Every position at Amazon offers the opportunity for employees to influence business decisions and shape the future. But as a Senior Programme Manager, pioneering new ways of thinking, designing and delivering is your mission. Collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders across the business, youu2019ll continuously be scoping out new solutions. Youu2019ll conduct your own research and analysis, always with an eye on the long-term vision of the business. This is your opportunity to have a big impact on some of the most exciting new ideas that are shaping the future of Amazon.
Key job responsibilities
- Create innovative solutions using data and research to address wider challenges in your organisation
- Take a big-picture approach in your analysis of business operations, driving improvements across a range of teams and organisations
- Work alongside senior leadership to establish and prioritise improvement programmes, seeing them through from start to finish
- Enhance operational performance on every programme in partnership with your stakeholders
- Find practical and simple solutions to complex problems without sacrificing quality or core functionality.
- Responsible to set priorities, anticipate risks and resolve/escalate the issues that might impact the project timelines.
A day in the life
As Senior Programme Manager, youu2019ll drive and manage the implementation of creative, data-driven change in Amazon, leading improvement projects and programmes. Youu2019ll use strategic thinking to define and implement an efficient project plan. Some managers are based on-site while others work remotely, depending on the most suitable option for their team and tasks.
Senior Programme Managers have significant responsibilities, and youu2019ll deal with complex challenges with creativity, innovation, and leadership. With a responsibility extending beyond process improvements, you could also contribute to improving other areas of the business, like diversity, equity, and inclusion.
About the team
Amazon couldnu2019t deliver at pace without the Amazon Transportation Service (ATS) team. As part of ATS, youu2019ll be welcomed into a diverse team that plays a central role in our success. Using air, sea and road transport, as well as sortation centres equipped with the latest technology, youu2019ll help Amazonu2019s transport run at maximum efficiency. Our team captures data and uses it to drive decisions. They are key to making Amazon more innovative and efficient.
We put safety first as our people are our priority. And we use the expertise of our people to get packages to their destination.
Basic Qualifications
- A degree
- Experience owning programme strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams
- Relevant experience leading complex projects with a wide range of stakeholders, including your peers and leadership
- Experience working with the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced or masteru2019s degree
- Project-management qualification such as PRINCE2, APM, PMI, or similar
- Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean
- Experience working in an operational environment or with technical teams
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Senior Programme Manager,Transport Operations Management (TOM)
Posted 7 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Our Programme Managers are always thinking about the bigger picture. Every position at Amazon offers the opportunity for employees to influence business decisions and shape the future. But as a Senior Programme Manager, pioneering new ways of thinking, designing and delivering is your mission. Collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders across the business, youu2019ll continuously be scoping out new solutions. Youu2019ll conduct your own research and analysis, always with an eye on the long-term vision of the business. This is your opportunity to have a big impact on some of the most exciting new ideas that are shaping the future of Amazon.
Key job responsibilities
- Create innovative solutions using data and research to address wider challenges in your organisation
- Take a big-picture approach in your analysis of business operations, driving improvements across a range of teams and organisations
- Work alongside senior leadership to establish and prioritise improvement programmes, seeing them through from start to finish
- Enhance operational performance on every programme in partnership with your stakeholders
- Find practical and simple solutions to complex problems without sacrificing quality or core functionality.
- Responsible to set priorities, anticipate risks and resolve/escalate the issues that might impact the project timelines.
A day in the life
As Senior Programme Manager, youu2019ll drive and manage the implementation of creative, data-driven change in Amazon, leading improvement projects and programmes. Youu2019ll use strategic thinking to define and implement an efficient project plan. Some managers are based on-site while others work remotely, depending on the most suitable option for their team and tasks.
Senior Programme Managers have significant responsibilities, and youu2019ll deal with complex challenges with creativity, innovation, and leadership. With a responsibility extending beyond process improvements, you could also contribute to improving other areas of the business, like diversity, equity, and inclusion.
About the team
Amazon couldnu2019t deliver at pace without the Amazon Transportation Service (ATS) team. As part of ATS, youu2019ll be welcomed into a diverse team that plays a central role in our success. Using air, sea and road transport, as well as sortation centres equipped with the latest technology, youu2019ll help Amazonu2019s transport run at maximum efficiency. Our team captures data and uses it to drive decisions. They are key to making Amazon more innovative and efficient.
We put safety first as our people are our priority. And we use the expertise of our people to get packages to their destination.
Basic Qualifications
- A degree
- Experience owning programme strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
- Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
- Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams
- Relevant experience leading complex projects with a wide range of stakeholders, including your peers and leadership
- Experience working with the MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced or masteru2019s degree
- Project-management qualification such as PRINCE2, APM, PMI, or similar
- Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean
- Experience working in an operational environment or with technical teams
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.