Project Manager - Transformation

Project Manager

Location: Canary Wharf, London (Mandatory 2 days onsite per week)

Rate: £640 per day (Inside IR35/Umbrella)

Duration: Initial 6-month contract with potential extension

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a major transformation programme within a high-profile enterprise environment. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the delivery of complex projects, working closely with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to drive successful business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of projects and workstreams, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic priorities.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and governance controls.
• Monitor project progress, risks, dependencies, issues, and budgets, implementing mitigation strategies where required.
• Engage and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, managing expectations and ensuring transparency.
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery standards and efficiency.
• Ensure robust project governance, reporting, and compliance with organisational frameworks.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to project teams while fostering accountability and collaboration.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience delivering complex programmes and projects within large-scale organisations.
• Strong knowledge of Project Management methodologies, governance, and delivery frameworks.
• Expertise in:
  • Estimation & Planning
  • Risk Management
  • Scope Management
  • PMBOK principles and best practices
• Demonstrable experience managing multiple stakeholders across business and technology functions.
• Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.
• Experience driving change and transformation initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• A proactive and strategic Project Manager who can confidently navigate complex environments.
• Someone who can build strong stakeholder relationships, drive delivery excellence, and ensure successful project outcomes.
• A collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced, highly visible programmes.

Contract Details

• £640 per day (Inside IR35/Umbrella)
• Initial 6-month contract with likely extensions
• Canary Wharf - mandatory 2 days onsite per week