Senior Project Manager (Contract)

About the role

This contract position supports the planning and execution of a high‑impact project, establishing the schedule and control mechanisms in close collaboration with the Delivery Lead. The role runs until the end of June 2026 with a possible extension.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the project schedule, ensuring alignment with legislative requirements.
• Implement robust project controls and reporting frameworks.
• Identify, assess, and communicate risks with practical mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate across matrixed teams, influencing without direct authority.
• Engage senior stakeholders and diverse groups to secure commitment and alignment.
• Drive delivery within tight timeframes and staged implementation phases.

Required profile

• Proven experience operationalising legislative or regulatory requirements.
• Track record delivering complex programmes in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments.
• Ability to quickly get up to speed and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• High emotional intelligence, balancing competing needs and perspectives.

Required skills

• Excellent risk identification and communication.
• Pragmatic, resilient approach to delivery.
• Effective leadership discussion participation and shaping ways of working.
• Focus on value and outcomes rather than just milestones.