44 programme manager jobs found in London

Digital & Technology Programme Manager – Local Government Location: Southwest London (Hybrid – 1–2 days per week onsite) Contract: Initial 6 months (likely extension) Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35) Overview: Our local authority client is seeking an experienced Digital & Technology Programme Manager to join their Digital & Innovation team, leading a broad portfolio of enterprise technology and business transformation projects. While Housing is becoming an increasingly strategic area, the majority of the programme covers digital transformation across Planning, Public Protection, Public Realm, Highways, Land Charges, Parking and Corporate Services. The successful candidate will inherit several live programmes while initiating and delivering new projects from inception. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives managing multiple stakeholders, suppliers and technology workstreams within a complex local government environment. The Role: You will be...

Business Change Consultant - London Market Insurance I am currently working with a London Market Insurance client seeking a Business Change Consultant to support a major transformation programme. This role will provide support to the internal Business Change Lead in shaping and delivering an effective Business Change Strategy, ensuring business stakeholders remain engaged throughout all phases of the programme. Day Rate: £420-£450 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite) Contract: Initial 4 months (strong likelihood of extension) This role requires strong experience within London Market Insurance environments and the ability to operate effectively across business and programme teams. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with the Business Change Lead and Programme Manager to support delivery of change initiatives Identify business change challenges specific to the organisation Recommend and define appropriate change interventions and approaches Support...

Project Manager (Local Government Transformation) - Paying up to £600 Per Day, Inside IR35, Based in Reading, Hybrid Working (On site 2 or 3 days per week), To Start ASAP, 6 Month Contract Your new company Step into a key delivery role within a large, forward-thinking Upper Tier Authority delivering a high-profile Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). This is a once in a generation transformation programme that will reshape how services are delivered, bringing together multiple councils into a single, modern, unitary organisation. The programme is now moving from proposal into delivery, with a clear focus on pace, coordination and execution. As a result, there is strong demand for Project Managers who have recently been involved in LGR activity, particularly during early-stage conversations and proposal development within other local authorities, in order to maintain momentum and delivery confidence from day one. Your new role This is a hands-on Project Manager role...

Project Manager (Contract) Day Rate: £420-£450 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite) Contract: Initial 4 months (strong likelihood of extension) Essential Experience: Guidewire and London Market Insurance We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to support planning and delivery of a multi-release Guidewire programme. Key Responsibilities Define release strategy and multi-release roadmap Conduct scenario and what-if analysis on timelines and costs Align delivery plans to business case and benefits Manage budgets, planning, and resource forecasts Maintain risk, dependency and governance controlsApply If you have strong delivery experience across Guidewire programmes and insurance transformation, apply now for immediate consideration

Job title: Product Manager Location: London (Paddington) - X3 times a week onsite Contract Length: six months with a potential of extension IR35: Inside Start date: ASAP Role Context The Channel Product Domain vision is to establish a scalable, consistent, and future-ready product ecosystem that enables seamless product data and content flow across all customer channels and downstream platforms. The domain plays a critical role in delivering strategic goals through improved product data management, API enablement, operational efficiency, and modernised architecture aligned to the North Star vision. The Channel Product Domain currently consists of two closely aligned capability areas: Product APIs (REST, Sub-graphs, legacy assembly apis) PIM (Product Information Management) As the PIM platform is undergoing a significant modernisation programme requiring dedicated strategic focus, additional product ownership support is required within the Product APIs space. Product APIs...

Project Manager - (Insurance Essential) £400 per day inside IR35 - 6-month rolling contract London (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week) Contract Unfortunately this role does not provide sponsorship Please Read Before Applying This role is strictly for candidates with insurance experience. Required: Insurance (life or large/composite insurers) Required: SAS / cloud migration deliveryThis role is NOT suitable for: Pure IT project managers with no insurance background Candidates without SAS or application migration experience The Opportunity We are working with a key consultancy client, supporting a prominent organisation within the insurance market, who are undergoing a major transformation programme across their core finance and technology landscape. They are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery across a business-critical SAS migration, focused on applications and treasury/payment systems. The Role You will play a key role in delivering a complex migration...

Working with a global financial services organisation who are looking for a Senior Business Manager to help deliver a high‑profile, multi‑year transformation project. Details Location - London Hybrid - 3 days / week in office Duration - Initially 12 months Rate - £650-£750 / day Inside IR35 via Umbrella Skills and Experience Required Finance management experience within large‑scale transformation programmes - min. 50 million per year Strong governance, reporting, and financial oversight capability Accounting - Qualified or part qualified. Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders in high‑pressure environments Experience working with third‑party vendors, including complex cost and hardware engagement Ability to operate confidently in ambiguous, fast‑moving programme settings Executive‑level communication and reporting experience Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage conflict and navigate complex stakeholder landscapes Core Competencies: Senior...

Project Manager - SAS Migration (Insurance Essential) £400 per day inside IR35 - 6-month rolling contract Location: London (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week) Contract Please Read Before Applying Required: SAS / cloud migration delivery (SAS (Statistical Analysis System) is a software platform used for data analysis, reporting, and analytics) This role is NOT suitable for: Pure IT project managers with no Insurance / Financial Services / Banking background Candidates without SAS or application migration experience The Opportunity We are working with a key consultancy client, supporting a prominent organisation within the insurance market, who are undergoing a major transformation programme across their core finance and technology landscape. They are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery across a business-critical SAS migration, focused on applications and treasury/payment systems. The Role You will play a key role in delivering a complex migration...

IT Service Manager 18 Month contract 90% remote, 2-3 days per month on site in London/Manchester £450p/d (Inside IR35) The role of IT Service Manager will be responsible for supporting Global Network functions enabling a high-quality service to end users. This role is designed to capture the Run and Project costs for network, create financial plans for our newly integrated global service and systems. The successful candidate will work with the vendor manager to capture requirements from the technical teams, analyse the requirements and communicate with business units for forecasting and payments on technical solutions. This position will be key in supporting cost saving aims. As the company integrates more affiliates, standardising hardware and software vendors and consolidating contracts, cost saving opportunities can be identified and exploited to reduce costs within the enterprise. These synergies and cost savings can be used to support additional projects or enhance...

Project Manager - SaaS Implementation (SaaS Student Residences System) Contract: 6 months initially Location: London (Hybrid) Day Rate: £500 per day IR35: Inside (Must use an umbrella company) The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead an implementation of a new SaaS Student Residences System. This is a high-impact role driving a complex transformation programme across multiple sites, working with international teams and senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of a major transformation project Own and drive project plans, timelines, and key milestones Proactively manage risks, dependencies, and issues in a fast-paced environment Coordinate delivery with cross-functional teams across the UK, Europe, and North America Engage, influence, and manage senior stakeholders Ensure successful delivery against strict, non-negotiable deadlines Work closely with third-party vendors to deliver IT solutions About You...

Workday Test Manager Contract until December 2026 £500–£700 per day DOE (Inside IR35) Location: London or Manchester (Hybrid with remote flexibility) Overview We’re partnering with a fast-growing, technology-led organisation undertaking a significant Workday programme, and are looking to appoint an experienced Workday Test Manager to support delivery through to the end of 2026. This is a key role within the People function, reporting into the Head of Digital People Experience, with responsibility for ensuring high-quality testing across Workday initiatives. The Role As Workday Test Manager, you will take ownership of testing across ongoing Workday activity, ensuring robust quality assurance and successful delivery. You’ll work closely with both technical and functional stakeholders across the business, initially focused on the HCM module, with broader exposure across the Workday ecosystem. What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Test Manager within Workday...

Randstad CPE are currently recruiting for a CEM / Engineering manager with experience of managing multi-discipline rail projects. The role will initially be working from home and then eventually from site in North London *** prior experience as a CEM is mandatory**** Main Duties and Responsibilities Take ownership and responsibility for the delivery of the project engineering needs for the business in accordance with agreed quality, budget and programme. Act as the Contractors Engineering Manager (CEM) for multi-discipline rail project Coordinate the engineering output & delivery to ensure that it is fit for purpose, constructible and that the design integrates with all appropriate disciplines. Manage the engineering programme for projects. Implement standards changes as appropriate to projects. Identify process improvements within the engineering function and assist with formal implementation. Identify training, recruitment and development needs of the project engineering...

MEP Fire Protection Engineer Contract: Inside IR35 (Umbrella PAYE) Location: Full-time onsite NW London Hours: Mon-Fri, 07:30-17:30 We are looking for an experienced MEP Fire Protection Engineer to support the delivery of Passive & Structural Fire Protection works across 12 Tunnel assets. Reporting to the MEP Delivery Manager and Passive Fire Package Manager, you will ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards. Key Requirements: Proven experience delivering Passive & Structural Fire Protection systems. Strong knowledge of design, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover. Degree or equivalent in Fire, Electrical, or Civil Engineering. Experience working under NEC contracts. Strong stakeholder, subcontractor, and programme management skills. Proficient in MS Office, Revit, and Navisworks. CSCS Card and SMSTS/SSSTS certification required.Join a major infrastructure project and play a key role in delivering critical...

Techniche Global are supporting a major global engineering, design consultancy to appoint a Risk Manager. You would join the team supporting a major long-term investment programme at London Stansted Airport delivering improvements to the terminal and wider airport infrastructure to increase capacity and modernise the airport's facilities. The programme forms part of Manchester Airports Group's wider investment in its UK airports.    Rate: Up to £420/day (inside IR35) Location: Stansted Airport – 3 days per week on site (additional expenses support available for site access) Duration: contract initially until May 2027 Working Hours:  40 hours per week Clearance: BPSS required initially, with potential for CTC/Airside Pass.    Key Responsibilities  Support the delivery of risk management activities across the STN‑TP.  Promote a positive, proactive, and embedded risk management culture across the programme.  Ensure risk management processes are followed consistently and...

Interim Planned Maintenance Surveyor / Project Manager Surrey (2 days per week in the office) Competitive day rate (Inside IR35) 3-6 month initial contract We're currently supporting a Surrey-based local authority with the appointment of an Interim Planned Maintenance Surveyor / Project Manager to support the delivery of their capital programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in improving housing stock and delivering high-quality planned works across the borough. Key responsibilities: Deliver end-to-end planned maintenance and capital works programmes Manage projects from procurement through to completion Oversee contractors, ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard Carry out pre- and post-inspections, ensuring quality and compliance Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including Section 20 and CDM Engage effectively with residents, contractors, and internal stakeholders About you: Strong background in planned...

Risk Manager Inside IR35 – 10 months – 40 hour week Stansted (3 days p/week on site) – BPSS or CTC/airside pass Role Purpose The Risk Manager supports the delivery of effective risk management across the Stansted Transformation Programme (STN TP). Working as part of the Programme Risk Team, the role promotes a proactive risk culture, ensures consistent application of risk processes, and supports qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, reporting, and governance to enable informed decision-making. Key Responsibilities * Support the delivery of risk management activities across the STN TP. * Facilitate project and programme risk workshops, maintaining high-quality risk data and records. * Promote consistent application of risk management processes and best practice across the programme. * Support the identification, assessment, mitigation, and reporting of project and programme risks. * Maintain the programme risk register (riskHive), ensuring data accuracy and...

Public Transport Manager Wanted (Bus Service Planning Team) Contract Basis Weekly Pay Inside IR35 £ Flexible to suit candidate experience There has never been a more exciting time to work in public transport, and we are seeking an experienced manager to lead our Bus Service Planning Team. We need someone who is passionate about improving bus services and has a proven ability to lead a dedicated team, along with a demonstrable ability to work in partnership with the bus industry and a range of stakeholders. This role is based at Victoria Gate, Woking, and offers a hybrid working arrangement, with a minimum expectation of two days per week in the office. About the role This role will lead a team that has a pivotal role to play in our response to the National Bus Strategy, taking forward our ambitious Bus Service Improvement Plan and Enhanced Partnership ambitions, working alongside surrey bus operators to encourage bus service enhancements and passenger growth. An...

Job Title: Planner - DV Location: Aldermaston, Reading (100% on site) Contract Duration: 18 Months Daily Rate: £59.94/hr (Umbrella – circa) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC/DV and willingness to undergo DV The delivery of the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Supporting the Task Manager with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, Earned Value and communications with the program and business teams. Providing Planning expertise to internal customers within the projects supported. Implementing Planning processes, policies and procedures within the projects supported. Producing Planning and EV deliverables in accordance with agreed business rhythm within the projects. Deliver of long range operational integrated Programme Planning activities. Supporting the Business Management Manager with emergent projects as directed by Business Controller. Developing and maintaining relationships...

Engineering Manager (DV Cleared) Aldermaston – 100% Onsite 18-Month Contract Inside IR35 Engineering Manager Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join a major engineering and infrastructure programme operating within a highly regulated environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong leader with experience managing engineering teams, overseeing design reviews, and delivering complex infrastructure projects where safety, compliance, and engineering governance are critical to success. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must hold active DV clearance, be a sole UK national, and be able to commit to full-time onsite working in Aldermaston. The Role As Engineering Manager, you will lead a multidisciplinary technical team responsible for supporting the delivery of critical engineering and infrastructure programmes. You will provide leadership, technical oversight, and assurance while ensuring engineering outputs...

Role: Project Engineer (Civil or Mechanical Engineering Bias) Location:London (multiple positions/areas) Rate: £475 p/d (inside IR35/Umbrella PAYE) Duration: 12 months+/Ongoing Industry: Water/Wastewater Are you ready to take the next step in your engineering career and play a key role in delivering complex, high-value infrastructure projects? We are seeking driven and capable Project Engineer's to support the successful delivery of a major Multi discipline projects for a leading partner to Thames Water. As a Project Engineer, you will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle, from initial planning and design coordination through to construction, commissioning and handover. Working closely with Project Managers, site teams, subcontractors and clients, you will help ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. This role offers a varied mix of technical, commercial and operational responsibilities, providing...