Project Emerald - Programme Manager

Programme Manager London or Manchester – hybrid working model (2 days a week onsite, 3 days remote) Excellent salary and benefits package Fantastic opportunity to secure a Fixed Term Contract Programme Manager role with Smart DCC. The Programme Manager can be based in London or Manchester on a hybrid working model (2 days office based, 3 days remote). The role of Programme Manager comprises both delivery and people management responsibilities. The Programme Manager will deliver and report to a Programme Director and lead in a matrix environment, a team of project managers and manage relationships with third party service providers and internal and external stakeholders. What will you be doing? •           Programme planning and delivery •           Supporting third Party Supplier procurement and supplier management •           Supporting the Programme Director in the organisation and coordination of the diverse stakeholder and delivery team matrix to secure delivery of the programme to time and budget •           Programme resource management, coaching and leadership •           Risk and issue management •           Development and maintenance of core programme artefacts (RAID logs, Action tracking, Programme documentation, Decision logs, Requirements Matrices etc) What are we looking for? •           The candidate will have managed significant £ multi-million programmes with multiple stakeholders/customers (internal and external) and multiple 3rd suppliers, be used to interacting at Executive level and be passionate about best practice programme management disciplines. •           Demonstrable experience in leading complex business transformation programmes, 3rd party technology delivery/integration programmes, or significant procurement programmes. •           Demonstrable experience of building high performing cross-functional programme delivery teams and managing others to consistently deliver high quality within programme timescales. •           Demonstrable line management experience, leading teams by influence alone of more than 10 people in a high pressure, challenging environment. •           Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with the ability to gain credibility with Executive level stakeholders. •           Ability to use Microsoft Project and the wider MS Suite to practitioner level or above. About the DCC: At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldn’t be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, we’ll give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whether it’s doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want – we’ll give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britain’s energy system and helping the country’s fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey. Company benefits: The DCC’s continued success depends on our people. It’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work, and feel healthy, happy and rewarded. In this role, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle. If there are any questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact Nick Hayman or complete your application, so we can learn more about you. Your application will be carefully considered, and you’ll hear from us regarding its progress. Join the DCC and discover the power of you. What to do now Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. If you have any questions you’d like to ask before applying, please contact (url removed)