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Finance Divestiture Project/Execution Lead
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The Finance Divestiture Project/Execution Lead will play a key role in coordinating and delivering multiple finance work streams during organizational transformations such as mergers, divestitures, or restructuring initiatives.
This position is responsible for ensuring consistent, pragmatic and accurate execution at pace of diligence, finance separation and closing mechanisms of transactions.
The position will encompass all aspects of disentangling finance disciplines for divested companies. This will include, but is not limited to, delivery of TSAs, defining and executing deliverables from reviews of SPA and ATAs, procurement and contingent worker contract reviews and novation, creation of standalone monthly management accounts, preparing working capital closing statements, defining relevant data standards to export books and records, documentation of processes and controls relevant to the transaction amongst coordinating our teams who will support on the above.
The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, a background in mergers and acquisitions and accounting, be willing to "get stuck in" (we are not looking for a PMO / governance management skill set) and have a curious and collaborative mindset.
The role will report to the Finance - Divestiture Program Director and be part of the Divest finance team of 5 and the larger overall Divestiture program team.
Note: This position is a fixed-term contract that will run for approximately 18 months, with possible extension up to 24 months.
Key Responsibilities & deliverables:
- Support the Workstream Leader in standing up and executing the TSAs relevant to Finance functions, ensuring alignment with business requirements and compliance standard.
- Assist in the development, documentation, and execution of detailed finance separation plans, including people, process, systems, and data migration.
- Organise and facilitate meetings, workshops, and working sessions with internal and external stakeholders to drive project progress.
- Deliver all required Finance milestones and outcomes in partnership with the program team.
- Support change management efforts by providing appropriate documentation, training, and communication materials for Finance teams impacted by the divestiture.
Qualifications & Experience:
- ACA preferred
- 10+ years of experience in finance and recent roles involving M&A
Key Attributes:
- Confident leadership during periods of ambiguity:
- Able to forge ahead at pace, using experience and judgement to lead stakeholders in the best course of action
- Creative at problem solving for teams: Gets a kick out of digging out problems, reacting to them, and then fixing them.
- Team Player: Able to rapidly assess capabilities against desired outcomes and push and work with others to achieve them. Works best when delivering with others.
- Adaptable: Enjoys working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
- High say/do ratio: taking pride in delivering high volumes of high-quality work to unwavering deadlines
- Not a PMO governance overlord: we need a hands-on "get it done by getting stuck in" mindset
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Project & Change Execution Manager
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Project & Change Execution Manager
Location
London
Corporate Title
Vice President
Group Strategic Analytics (GSA) is part of Group Chief Operation Office (COO) which acts as the bridge between the Bank's businesses and infrastructure functions to help deliver the efficiency, control, and transformation goals of the Bank.
As a member of the Risk Finance & Treasury (RFT) Data Office in GSA, you will be part of the team responsible for the data strategy in these business domains. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to collaborate with various groups who originate and consume data. As part of your role, you will gain a thorough understanding of how data is an integral component of all our businesses. You will be responsible for developing the approach and strategy to drive outcomes in an efficient and effective manner.
Deutsche Bank is investing heavily in optimizing our business processes and regulatory outcomes by using data in the best ways possible, and you will be directly shaping the strategy to do so.
What We'll Offer You
A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce are better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That's why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its centre.
You can expect:
- Hybrid Working - we understand that employee expectations and preferences are changing. We have implemented a model that enables eligible employees to work remotely for a part of their working time and reach a working pattern that works for them
- Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
- 30 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
- Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
- A range of flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, a Bike4Work scheme and Gym benefits
- The opportunity to support a wide ranging CSR programme + 2 days' volunteering leave per year
Your Key Responsibilities
- Manage and prioritize backlog of work and ensure value delivery is embedded in Program Increment goals and release content via prioritized features and enablers.
- Taking responsibility of Analysing and overseeing the Data Quality (DQ) Management aspect of RFT, ensuring delivery roadmap and key performance indicators (KPI's) at Group, Divisional/Functional and Regional level including End User Developed Application (EUDA's),DQ issues and Adjustments
- Provide leadership and technical guidance to teams across multiple locations to help analysis and remediation issue and be the senior escalation point for all stakeholders.
- Summarize and assess trends based on high volumes of data, provide direction and approach to analyze and remediate.
- Assessing the current state of data quality within their scope of responsibility, transparently monitoring and reporting on data quality levels to impacted stakeholders and engaging with business and stakeholders to quantify and articulate the business impact of data quality issues and identify and track remediation plan.
Your Skills And Experience
- Good experience in either Risk, Finance or Treasury domain
- Implementation of large-scale automation frameworks, automation strategies and governance frameworks.
- Knowledge of Investment Banking Products, Risk Weighted Asset (RWA) and the Credit Risk Requirements (CRR) regulation
- Knowledge of the front to back system architecture/processes within an investment bank.
- Good knowledge of Data Management artifacts, tooling and data flow
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
How We'll Support You
- Training and development to help you excel in your career
- Coaching and support from experts in your team
- A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
- A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
- We value diversity and as an equal opportunities' employer, we make reasonable adjustments for those with a disability such as the provision of assistive equipment if required (e.g. screen readers, assistive hearing devices, adapted keyboards)
About Us
Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. Click here to see what we do.
Deutsche Bank in the UK is proud to have been named The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2025 for six consecutive years. Additionally, we have been awarded a Gold Award from Stonewall and named in their Top 100 Employers 2024 for our work supporting LGBTQ+ inclusion.
If you have a disability, health condition, or require any adjustments during the application process, we encourage you to contact our Adjustments Concierge on to discuss how we can best support you. Alternatively, you can share your phone number, and a member of the team will be happy to call you to talk through your specific requirements.
We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.
Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.
We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.
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Project Planning Industrial Placement - Site-based - Morecambe, UK
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About the Role
Ready to explore your passion for project planning and contribute to Britain’s energy future? At EDF, Success is Personal. Here, you’ll learn from experts, develop key skills, and launch your unique career within a business that’s driving Britain’s journey to net zero.
"Electricity is such a vital component in everyone’s lives. It powers schools, businesses and hospitals, so I knew that if I did my placement within EDF then I would have a really large impact on society, and that made my placement a lot more fulfilling.” Priyanka, Science and Engineering Industrial Placement
The Opportunity
This 12-month placement offers a starting salary of £24,500 and the chance to work at our #Heysham 2 Power Station in Lancashire. You’ll be part of our Outage Planning department, gaining hands-on experience in a site-based role.
You’ll contribute to real-world projects and learn from experienced professionals. Supporting project managers with planning, scheduling and commercial aspects – this placement offers a springboard into a career in energy.
You’ll apply your academic knowledge to genuine industry challenges and develop skills that will set you apart.
What You’ll Be Doing
During your Project Planning Industrial Placement, you’ll gain practical experience in a professional environment. Past students have supported front-end engineering, investigated progress management techniques for large programmes, and contributed to technical analysis and justification work.
You’ll be guided by skilled mentors and work alongside teams who are passionate about delivering safe, efficient and impactful projects. This placement will help you build confidence, broaden your understanding of the energy sector, and grow your career.
Your Work Location
This is a site-based placement located at #Heysham 2 Power Station in Lancashire. You’ll be part of a close-knit team working on-site, gaining valuable exposure to operational environments and project delivery.
Who You Are
To be eligible for this EDF industrial placement, you need to be on track to achieve or have already achieved a 2:2 undergraduate degree or 2:2 postgraduate qualification in Project Management or Engineering.
Our selection process is designed to bring out the best in you. We use a strengths-based approach, allowing you to showcase your skills and what truly motivates you. We believe that focusing on individual strengths is key to engagement, motivation and success in the workplace.
At EDF we work hard to maintain a culture where Everyone’s Welcome. We encourage and embrace diversity and how it can improve our experience and performance at work. It is nevertheless a requirement that those who join us have the right to work in the UK. Whilst sponsorship may be a possibility, we reserve the right in our decisions to give priority to those who already have the right to work in the UK.
Security Vetting
To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years.
Pay, Benefits and Culture
Alongside a starting salary of £24,500 per annum and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days and more.
At EDF, we believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That’s why we offer you the freedom to develop a career that’s unique to you. Here, Success is Personal – it’s your journey, powered by us. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.
We anticipate significant interest in this industrial placement scheme – so please don’t delay, apply today! Join us and find your success at EDF!
#SuccessIsPersonal #EDFCareers #DestinationNuclear #LI-Onsite
Success is personal. It's your journey, powered by us. Join us and we'll help Britain achieve Net Zero together.
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Project and Planning Manager
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Job Title: Projects & Planning Manager
Location: On-site near Cheltenham (Remote working not available)
Salary: £50,000–£0,000 OTE (plus performance-related bonus)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday–Thursday: 08:00–17:00, Friday: 08:00–14:00
Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for advanced manufacturing and automation? We’re representing a leading UK manufacturer of bespoke automation and control systems, seeking a Projects & Planning Manager to oversee the delivery of complex, multi-million-pound engineering projects.
Based near Cheltenham, the company designs and builds custom automation machinery — including robotics, vision inspection, and factory control systems — for clients across the food, beverage, and packaging sectors.
First Off - What’s In It for You?
- £50,000 – £60, 0 OTE (basic + KPI-driven bonus)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Private health insurance for you and your family (after probation)
- 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Spot bonuses
- Opportunity to work for a fast-growing advanced manufacturing business
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing multiple complex automation projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery
- Setting and monitoring project milestones, budgets, and resources across fabrication and assembly
- Maintaining close oversight of project progress, KPIs, and cost performance, providing regular updates to the Board
- Driving effective communication and coordination between engineering, workshop, and management teams
- Implementing quality management processes and ensuring readiness for FATs
- Leading and developing direct reports including the workshop manager, fabrication team leader, and machine shop supervisor
- Conducting performance reviews, managing workloads, and fostering a culture of accountability and improvement
- Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and output across operations
The ideal candidate will have:
- At least 5 years’ experience managing multiple projects within an engineering or manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in project management tools (Microsoft Project or similar) and ERP systems (SAP preferred)
- Strong budgetary and resource planning skills
- Proven ability to lead and motivate teams across diverse disciplines
- Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills
- A solutions-driven mindset with strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-growing advanced manufacturing business at the forefront of automation and engineering innovation. If you thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment and enjoy the challenge of delivering bespoke technical solutions, we’d love to hear from you.
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Senior Mining Project Manager (Mine Planning)
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and implementation of long-term mine plans, including production scheduling, resource optimisation, and capital expenditure forecasting.
- Oversee feasibility studies and pre-feasibility studies for new mining projects.
- Ensure that all mine plans adhere to the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with geological, engineering, and operations teams to integrate technical data and operational insights into the planning process.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively to achieve project milestones.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for mine planning and execution.
- Evaluate and implement advanced mine planning software and technologies.
- Provide expert advice and technical guidance to project stakeholders and senior management.
- Monitor project progress and report on key performance indicators, identifying deviations and proposing corrective actions.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in mine planning methodologies.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mining Engineering, Mine Planning, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mining operations and mine planning, with a strong emphasis on project management.
- Proven success in managing complex, large-scale mining projects from conception through to execution.
- Deep understanding of mine design principles, geostatistics, and resource estimation.
- Proficiency in mine planning software such as Deswik, Vulcan, or similar.
- Excellent knowledge of mining regulations, safety standards, and environmental best practices.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a remote team environment.
- Strong financial acumen and experience with project budgeting and financial analysis.
- Professional Engineering (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) qualification is highly advantageous.
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Senior Manager, Cross TA Project and Planning Leader
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Regulatory Affairs Group
**Job Sub** **Function:**
Regulatory Affairs
**Job Category:**
Professional
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High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
**Job Description:**
About Innovative Medicine
Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.
Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.
Learn more at note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):
+ United States - Requisition Number: R-
+ United Kingdom - Requisition Number: R-
Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine R&D is recruiting for a Senior Manager, Cross-TA (Therapeutic Area) Project and Planning Leader. This position is a hybrid role and will be located in High Wycombe, United Kingdom.
The Senior Manager, Cross-TA Project and Planning Leader will play a pivotal role in advancing Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) mission by providing cross-TA support for planning, execution, and delivery of key GRA projects. This role encompasses cross-TA Strategy and Operations responsibilities and will ensure TA alignment with the organization's strategic objectives. This individual will act as an agile coach, promoting agile methodologies and fostering an agile culture across GRA. Drive cross-TA initiatives and foster a culture of agility to enhance GRA efficiency and adaptability, leading to improved project outcomes and better patient care.
Principal Responsibilities:
+ Cross-TA Strategy and Operations:
+ Strategic coordination and project management of select initiatives across TAs.
+ Act as cross-TA representative on strategic improvement projects to ensure cross-TA alignment.
+ Collaborate with TA Heads to ensure that activities are aligned with strategic goals, deliverables are met, resources are used efficiently, and collaboration is fostered across TAs.
+ Communicate project updates, challenges, and outcomes to TA Heads and stakeholders effectively, ensuring transparency and collaboration.
+ Provide strategic insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency (e.g., centralized tracking, facilitate leveraging learnings and applying standard approaches across TAs) where applicable.
+ Coordinate and oversee Business Development activities across the TAs, including full-time equivalent (FTE) assessments
+ Agile Coaching:
+ Promote the adoption of agile methodologies and practices across the organization.
+ Provide coaching, mentoring, and training on agile principles, practices, and frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
+ Offer mentoring to leaders to champion and sustain agile culture.
+ Support teams in their transition to agile ways of working and mindset shift to embrace agile approaches. Drive consistent behaviors across GRA by leading a community of practice.
+ Facilitate agile events such as stand-ups, retrospectives, and sprint planning.
+ Facilitate After Action Reviews for GRA to champion continuous learning and improvement.
+ Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
+ Measure and report on agile maturity and organizational progress, including oversight of organizational backlog prioritization.
Qualifications:
+ A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related discipline. Master's degree preferred.
+ A minimum of 8 years of experience in project management or process improvement, with a focus on strategy and operations is required.
+ Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry is preferred.
+ Experience in Regulatory Affairs is required.
+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required.
+ Experience in agile/agile scrum methodology is required.
+ Certified ScrumMaster or Certified Agile Coach is preferred.
+ Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
+ Must have strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships across diverse teams.
+ Must have strong analytical problem-solving, planning and organizational skills with a strong focus on detail.
+ Proven experience in managing disagreements and tensions in a constructive and respectful manner is required.
+ The ability to thrive under pressure, meet tight deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment is required.
+ The ability to maintain a neutral stance, fostering a safe and trusting environment for participants to share candidly is required.
+ The ability to interact with all levels in a matrix organization is required.
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Customer Support Specialist (Supply Chain Planning & Project Management)
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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
**Title: Supply Chain Planning & Project Manager - Rotorcraft (Hybrid Working)**
For over a century, Boeing has been transforming the impossible into reality. From crafting a single canvas-and-wood airplane to revolutionizing air travel across oceans and into the cosmos, Boeing has established itself as the world's largest aerospace company. And we are just getting started, particularly in the UK.
The partnership between Boeing and the UK dates back to the 1930s and continues to strengthen, generating jobs, skills, and opportunities to support major UK aircraft programs such as the Apache and Chinook helicopters, C-17 Globemaster, P-8A Poseidon, and the E-7 AEW&C, among others.
**Role Overview:**
Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) is seeking a **Senior Supply Chain Planner** to join its Supply Chain Planning & Integration Team based in **Gosport** . This full-time position will focus on the UK Rotorcraft Chinook Programme, providing supply chain management and executing change requirements through the 'Additional Tasking' portfolio in support of core Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) requirements and new business initiatives.
The successful candidate will manage tasks from proposal through execution to delivery, gaining exposure to various functions both internally and with our customers. Strong communication and collaboration with stakeholders will be essential for achieving on-time delivery and cost efficiency.
**Key Responsibilities:**
· Represent Rotorcraft Supply Chain Management as the key interface between Programme and Supply Chain. This would include preparing for and attending key Programme drumbeat meetings on behalf of Supply Chain
· Communicate and coordinate tasks and activities across the Supply Chain function. This position interfaces with all SCM functional areas inclusive of Supplier Management and Procurement, Supply Chain Operations, Demand Forecasting and Asset Management.
· Lead and Oversee the Supply chain aspects of the Additional Tasking portfolio from the initial (PPoA) through execution to delivery,
· Review new customer proposals to capture impact of change to Supply chain, develop Supply Chain Statements of Work (SOW) and Labour Basis of Estimates (BOEs) to accurately capture resource requirements.
· Manage change to Programme and contractual baselines as they relate to Supply Chain scope and requirements. Triage, impact assess and communicate these changes to across the all SCM functions.
· Identify and document supply chain risks, develop associated mitigation plans, and report on these with project owners.
· Execute change to the core Programme. Place additional tasking spares requirements into SAP and mange delivery through US & UK supply chain teams
· Develop and report on task metrics to highlight supply chain performance against contractual milestones.
· Collaborate with Commercial, Programme, Finance, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to formulate task delivery strategies and milestone reports.
· Understand project milestones, capture actions and dependencies, track progress to completion, and present task status at Programme Management Reviews as required.
· Take on key projects and tasks to deliver cost and operational efficiency's and improvements
**This position offers the flexibility of hybrid working between the office and home, with the selected candidate expected to perform some work onsite at one of the designated locations.**
**Essential Requirements:**
· A minimum of 3 years of experience in a Supply Chain role.
· Experience using inventory management tools or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, ideally SAP.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
· Highly developed numeracy, analytical, and reporting skills.
· Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities.
· Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively from proposal preparation through to Execution.
· Team-oriented mindset with the capability to communicate rapidly and effectively across functions and Customers
· Dynamic, innovative and self-motivated with ability to work autonomously with minimal direction.
· Experience in Project Management, proposal preparation, including the writing of SOWs, labour BOEs
. Ability to acquire UK Security Clearance
**Preferred Additional Skills:**
· A bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred.
· Experience working with the MoD and government contracts
**Important information regarding this requisition:** This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Benefits and pay are resolved at the local level.
**Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.**
**Relocation:**
This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defence, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers. Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world.
**This position requires the ability to acquire a UK security Clearance for which the UK Government requires UK residency. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to acquire, Security Clearance (SC). All information will be checked and verified.**
Applications for this position will be accepted until **Oct. 31, 2025**
**Export Control Details:** Non - US based job
**Relocation**
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
**Security Clearance**
This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.
**Visa Sponsorship**
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
**Shift**
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
**Equal Opportunity Employer:**
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Senior Project Manager (Management)
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The ideal candidate will possess a strong track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex projects, preferably within the energy or related industrial sectors. Proven experience with project management methodologies (e.g., Prince2, PMP, Agile) and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6) is essential. Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are required to effectively manage diverse teams and stakeholder expectations. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with excellent decision-making capabilities, are crucial. A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field is required; a master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner) is highly desirable. Experience in contract management and a solid understanding of financial management principles related to projects are also important. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of significant projects and contribute to the success of a leading organisation.
Location: This hybrid role is based at our client's office in Aberdeen, Scotland, UK , with opportunities for remote work.
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Project Manager/Senior Project Manager
Posted 20 days ago
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At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
We are looking for a talented Project Manager to support and lead the delivery of numerous projects in WSP Planning, Property & Advisory team. At WSP, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed today and into tomorrow.
Supporting a large team of professionals, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of the project, manage the day-day delivery of our services, ensuring that the objectives are clearly defined and achieved within the agreed time, cost, and quality constraints. You will have a key role in project governance and will work with stakeholders to ensure the agreed project outputs are delivered to enable benefit realisation.
Our clients develop major aviation, highway, rail, energy & water infrastructure Projects. We are seeking to appoint a Project Manager who can effectively support a diverse team whilst interfacing with our clients in the delivery of projects.
Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK. The successful candidate will also need to be able to co-locate with the client in Dublin as required.
Responsibilities
+ Ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of the project team
+ Manage project controls through WSP and client systems
+ Interface with client team counterpart to determine client expectations. Acting as a trusted advisor
+ Review and advise on the contract scope and discuss with project delivery team
+ Management of the interface between the Client and WSP
+ Management of reporting and cost controls in collaboration with the Technical Manager on the project
+ Forecasting and cost to complete reporting to client (using client specified method and processes) and internally using off-line workbooks and online using Business World application
+ Delivering risk workshops where appropriate (in line with internal and client expectations)
+ Ensure the team are aware and able to fulfil the monthly forecast hours in line with the programme
+ Undertake scheduling in collaboration with the Technical Manager on the project
+ Developing KPIs with for project reporting
+ You will ensure that quality procedures are being adhered to through discussion with the lead referencers and Technical Manager
+ Set up regular internal / external (in collaboration with the Client PM) progress meetings
+ Discuss where efficiencies could be made to give the client 'added value'
+ You will ensure that the project has sufficient resources to meet the demand of the programme - in collaboration with the office team leader and those leading on GIS and PinPoint
+ Manage a delivery team of land referencers, GIS Technicians and data managers
+ Have a working knowledge of the DCO, CPO or hybrid Bill processes to support technical delivery.
+ Support the development and delivery of bids for future opportunities.
Qualifications
+ Membership of a Professional Institution
+ APM PMQ, Prince2 or similar Project Management qualification
+ Ability to interrogate, question and challenge information
+ Ability to coordinate the submission of accurate reports to predetermined deadlines
+ Understanding of project management, project controls and procedures normally associated with a major integrated infrastructure project
+ Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel and Project (or Primavera P6)
+ Previous experience of commercial contract/ project management
+ Experience managing internal teams and interfacing with client organisations
Experience:
+ Demonstrable Project Management experience
+ Evidence of experience within regulated industries;
+ Experience of managing cross-functional teams and engagement with engineering disciplines;
+ Understanding and experience of NEC contracts is required;
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
**With us, you can.** **Apply today.**
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We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
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Job Description
Location: London
Length: 6 months +
PAYE only
Overall purpose of the role:
To orchestrate and drive the Compliance stream of the bank-wide initiative , a CEO-sponsored transformation focused on leveraging new technologies, such as AI , to reinvent operational playbooks and increase efficiency across the organisation. The immediate goal is to define the strategic framework, secure resources, and create the detailed execution plan for the multi-year program's formal launch.
Key Accountabilities:
Define the "bare bones" structure, plan, and organisational approach for the Compliance stream of the Big Rocks program during the critical initiation phase.
Orchestrate the entire project front-to-back , establishing detailed project plans, defining required governance, and mapping out resource needs.
Develop a multi-year strategic roadmap with the immediate target of creating a robust 3-year rollout plan by mid-next year.
Collaborate with all divisions within Compliance, bridging diverse stakeholders and guiding them to rethink and change their ways of working.
Identify and engage with key stakeholders, including very senior MD-level executives and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), to establish appropriate governance structures.
Lead the process for formal budget approvals and secure the necessary resources for the program's execution phase, which is scheduled to commence formally in 2027.
Maintain a clear command of the program's direction and confidently articulate how tasks need to be executed to ensure progress.
Key Skills:
Compliance Expertise: A strong background in Banking / Financial Services Compliance is required, as the role's focus is on the compliance stream of the program. Experience with risk and controls frameworks is highly advantageous.
Transformation & Stakeholder Management: Proven experience in leading or contributing to large-scale transformation programs that successfully unify diverse stakeholders (up to MD level) and drive significant changes to ways of working.
Project Initiation & Planning: Expertise in the initiation stage of major projects , including defining scope, developing detailed front-to-back plans, establishing governance, and resource mapping.
Communication & Leadership: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to confidently direct the project's execution and engage with very senior stakeholders.
Industry Experience: Experience within the broader Financial Services sector is required , with a strong preference for direct experience in the banking environment .
Methodologies & Tools: Familiarity with hybrid methodologies; experience with Agile is a bonus. Experience with project planning tools like MS Project is ideal but not essential.
Note: This is an individual contributor role with no formal team management responsibilities.
About Barclays
Barclays is a British universal bank. It is diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Barclays businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by its service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group.
Values
Everything Barclays does is shaped by its five values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. The Barclays values inform the foundations of its relationships with customers and clients, but they also shape how Barclays measure and reward the performance of colleagues. Simply put, success is not just about what you achieve, but about how you achieve it.
Diversity
Barclays aims to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to Barclays vision and goals.
Hybrid:
At Barclays, we offer a hybrid working experience that blends the positives of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations, together with working from home. We have a structured approach where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days of the week, for a minimum of two days a week or more, as set by the business area (or nearest equivalent if working part-time hours). Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.
Your Benefits
As a contract employee of Randstad Sourceright, you’ll receive a wide range of financial and personal benefits. There’s enrolment in a pension plan (after 12 weeks on assignment) and holiday pay. You’ll also get 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme, designed to help you deal with any problems that could be affecting your home or work life. Plus, there’s discounts at heaps of high street shops, restaurants and entertainment - from Asda to Zizzi Italian restaurants.
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