Project, Delivery and Programme Management

Portfolio Support Officer - SC Cleared - Outside IR35Rate: £350 - £375 per dayDuration: 12 months (1+1 extension)Location: Hybrid (London 5 days/month + occasional East Kilbride)Start: 1 Sept 2026 (TBC)Clearance: Active SCThe roleA Secure Government organisation is seeking a Portfolio Support Officer to provide the operational backbone of the PMF. You will own cadence, governance support, action tracking, document control and operational data flow across a complex multi-supplier portfolio, working closely with PMO and reporting teams.Required experience5+ years' PMO / portfolio support experienceStrong experience in multi-supplier environments (public sector preferred)Excellent meeting, action and document management skillsConfident working with senior stakeholdersStrong Microsoft 365 skills (Excel, SharePoint, MS Project, Power BI consumption)Active SC clearance + UK national (or dual national, one British)Responsibilities PMF operations & governanceManage full meeting cadence (governance, quarterly cycles, stand-ups)Prepare agendas, papers, minutes and decision logsTrack actions to closure and escalate overdue itemsMaintain document control and versioned PMF libraryOperational data & supplier coordinationCollect and chase operational inputs from suppliersPerform first-line data quality checks (format, completeness, consistency)Support data flow into reporting environment with Insights LeadMaintain supplier contact and onboarding informationPMO administrationSupport SOW tracking, changes and approvalsMaintain SOW register and status reportingProvide general PMF logistics, onboarding and admin supportSupport RAID register maintenanceCertifications Essential: PRINCE2 Foundation or APMG PM Foundation or ITIL Foundation Preferred: P3O Foundation, PRINCE2 Practitioner, ITIL Practitioner If you are interested in discussing the position further, please apply in the first instance and we will arrange a time to discuss.

Integrated Planning & Change Lead - SC Cleared - Outside IR35Rate: £450-£500 per dayDuration: 12 months (multi-year likely)Location: Remote with occasional London visitsThe role:A Secure Government organisation is seeking an Integrated Planning & Change Lead to design and run integrated portfolio planning across a complex, multi-supplier transformation programme. You will own the master plan, dependency management and change control across a large-scale delivery environment.Required experience:8+ years' portfolio or multi-programme planning experienceStrong track record in multi-supplier delivery environments (e.g. Home Office, FCDO, MOD)Experience building planning frameworks from scratchAdvanced critical path and dependency mapping (3+ workstreams)Proven change control in complex governance settingsActive SC clearance (used within last 12 months)UK national or dual national (one British nationality required) Responsibilities:Integrated portfolio planningOwn and maintain a master plan across 7+ workstreamsManage critical path, milestones and delivery interdependenciesIdentify and resolve planning/resource conflicts earlyLead monthly re-baselining with delivery partners Cross-supplier dependency managementMaintain dependency register across ~18 suppliersRun dependency reviews with delivery stakeholdersEscalate risks into RAID and report to senior leadership Change controlOwn end-to-end change pipeline and impact assessmentProduce governance-ready change documentationMaintain traceability to the integrated plan Quarterly alignmentSupport quarterly planning cycles and governance forumsEngage in showcases, retrospectives and planning eventsMonitor high-level delivery health and velocity across suppliers If you are interested in discussing the position further, please apply in the first instance and we will arrange a time to discuss.

Senior Construction Project Manager - NEC4 - DV Cleared - ContractRate: £575 per dayDuration: 6 months (extendable)Location: 3 days per week in Milton Keynes, rest remoteIR35: InsideThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a DV Cleared, Senior Construction Project Manager, to lead the client-side delivery of a major logistics hub construction project.The role requires strong contract management capability (e.g., NEC4) and proficiency with tools such as MS Project is essential for driving performance, efficiency, and high-quality outcomes.Technical SkillsPRINCE2 Practitioner, APMP, ISEB Certificate, or equivalent project management qualificationStrong understanding of Construction Design Management (CDM) 2015 regulations, with demonstrable experience applying them in project delivery.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including the latest versions of Microsoft Project.Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RIBA, RICS, ICE, IStructE, CIBSE, CIOB).In depth knowledge of current legislative and regulatory frameworks relevant to the role.Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects within tight timescales and limited resources, often within challenging operational environments containing technical, political, security, support, and logistical considerations.Ability to interface with Project team delivering works directly interfacing with this project.A minimum of 5 years' experience in the following:Planning, monitoring, and controlling projects using PRINCE2, APM, or other recognised methodologies.Delivering complex, multidiscipline estates and construction projects up to £20M in valueAssessing, mitigating, and managing project risks.Managing project budgets and cash-flowDelivering complex estates and security projects within secure environmentsDemonstrable experience working with NEC4 contracts for construction procurement and consultant procurement.Managing major construction projects from inception to completion.Coordinating health and safety requirement, particularly CDM 2015 compliance. If available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Programme Director - 24 months - £900pd (Inside IR35)IR35: InsideDuration: 24 monthsLocation: Hybrid - Can be worked from multiple UK locationsThe RoleA leading Government Institution is seeking an experienced Programme Director to lead a large-scale Legal Practice Management (LPM) transformation programme.This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving the modernisation of legal practices through the delivery of new technology-enabled services. The Programme Director will provide visible, authoritative leadership and will be accountable for successful delivery across multiple complex workstreams, suppliers, and internal teams.The role requires strong familiarity with the Government Digital Service (GDS) Service Standards and Technical Code of Practice (TCOP), alongside proven experience delivering major transformation programmes within a government or public sector environment.Essential Experience & SkillsProven track record delivering large-scale transformation programmes, including new digital or technology-enabled servicesExperience successfully passing Government Project Delivery assurance gatesExperience leading programmes through GDS service assessmentsExpert-level stakeholder engagement and governance capability, including executive-level reportingStrong programme governance, financial management, and delivery assurance experiencePractitioner-level experience in digital, data, business change, and implementationDemonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple suppliersStrong understanding of government delivery standards, digital assurance, and security requirementsDesirable ExperienceExperience delivering Legal Practice Management systemsExperience delivering case management systemsQualificationsAPMMSPPRINCE2If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Project Manager - 12 months - £500 per day (Inside IR35)IR35: InsideDuration: 12 monthsLocation: Remote with occasional on-site visitsThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a Project Manager, to undertake an initial 12-month engagement.This role is predominantly remote and would suit a Project Manager with prior experience of delivery Digital services.Essential Experience & SkillsExperience delivering large-scale software initiatives, ideally within a public sector or government environment.Background working within or alongside a Project Management Office (PMO) function in structured delivery settings.Demonstrated success leading complex programmes or projects involving multiple external vendors and cross-functional teams.Experience building and maintaining integrated delivery schedules, including critical path analysis and dependency management.Involvement in system upgrades or transformation initiatives affecting JavaScript-based platforms or applications.Strong technical literacy, enabling effective dialogue with architects and engineering teams, constructive challenge of assumptions, and informed risk assessment.Proven ability to build effective relationships with senior leaders, delivery teams, and supplier organisations.Methodology (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP, Agile frameworks).If available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

PMO Manager - SC Cleared - 6 Month ContractRate: £460 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 6 months (extendable)Location: Milton Keynes (up to 3 days a week on-site)The role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a PMO Manager (SC Cleared), to work within a Technology Delivery function, helping to provide governance and assurance across all delivery.6-month initial contract, Inside IR35 - SC Cleared role.Essential Experience:7+ Years working within Project Delivery/Project Management Office environmentAbility to communicate & collaborate with others effectivelyWorking use of Microsoft Productivity Tools - Excel, Word, PowerPoint etcAbility to analyse and continually improve high quality programme governance artefacts, including delivery to senior stakeholdersExperience of delivering projects/programmes to Government and/or Defence, stakeholders in a secure environmentExcellent organisational and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail.Experience managing programme and project financesDesirable:Knowledge of Project Management toolsets, such as MS ProjectAssistant Project Manager/Project Manager backgroundExperience in PMO or project support within a complex programme environment. If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

PMO Lead - SC Cleared - 6 Month ContractRate: £560 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 6 months (extendable)Location: Milton Keynes (up to 3 days a week on-site)The role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a PMO Lead (SC Cleared), to work within a Technology Delivery function, helping to provide governance and assurance across all delivery. PMO lead will also play a major role in the maturity of the PMO function.6-month initial contract, Inside IR35 - SC Cleared role.Essential Experience Requirements:Significant experience working within Project Delivery/Project Management Office environmentsAble to drive process optimisation and maturity improvements across the PMO function.Strong stakeholder management skills Ability to communicate & collaborate with others effectivelyWorking use of Microsoft Productivity Tools - MSPol, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharepointAbility to analyse and continually improve high quality programme RAID artefacts, including delivery to senior stakeholdersDesirable:Creating & maintaining project dashboardsExperience of working with Joiners / Movers / Leavers processesExperience of delivering projects/programmes to GovernmentProject Management backgroundMigration to SharePoint If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Product Manager - DV Cleared - 6 Month ContractRate: £580 per dayIR35: InsideLocation: Hybrid - Up to 3 days a week in Milton KeynesDuration: 6 months (extendable)The role:A leading Government institution are seeking a Product Manager, to be responsible for a product portfolio including a cloud hosting capability. You will provide product leadership and direction across multiple teams.Experience & Responsibilities:Certified Scrum Product Owner, Certified Product Manager (CPM)A capable leader who is effective and experienced at leading product teams of up to 20 peopleOwn and develop the strategic vision and ensure consistent delivery of the Service capability.Effectively communicate product vision and requirements to diverse audiencesstrong understanding of the Digital hosting, the development of environments, connectivity and associated considerations when work at SECRETSupport the cross government Strategic direction of upper tier hosting, maintaining the Service for current internal and external customersIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Lead Product Manager - DV Cleared - ContractRate: £580 per dayIR35: InsideLocation: Hybrid - Up to 3 days a week in Milton KeynesDuration: 6 months (extendable)The role:A leading Government institution are seeking a Lead Product Manager, to be responsible for a product portfolio including a cloud hosting capability. You will provide product leadership and direction across multiple teams.Experience & Responsibilities:Certified Scrum Product Owner, Certified Product Manager (CPM)A capable leader who is effective and experienced at leading product teams of up to 20 peopleOwn and develop the strategic vision and ensure consistent delivery of the Service capability.Effectively communicate product vision and requirements to diverse audiencesstrong understanding of the Digital hosting, the development of environments, connectivity and associated considerations when work at SECRETSupport the cross government Strategic direction of upper tier hosting, maintaining the Service for current internal and external customersIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Portfolio Support Officer - SC Cleared - Outside IR35Rate: £350 - £375 per dayDuration: 12 months (1+1 extension)Location: Hybrid (London 5 days/month + occasional East Kilbride)Start: 1 Sept 2026 (TBC)Clearance: Active SCThe roleA Secure Government organisation is seeking a Portfolio Support Officer to provide the operational backbone of the PMF. You will own cadence, governance support, action tracking, document control and operational data flow across a complex multi-supplier portfolio, working closely with PMO and reporting teams.Required experience5+ years' PMO / portfolio support experienceStrong experience in multi-supplier environments (public sector preferred)Excellent meeting, action and document management skillsConfident working with senior stakeholdersStrong Microsoft 365 skills (Excel, SharePoint, MS Project, Power BI consumption)Active SC clearance + UK national (or dual national, one British)Responsibilities PMF operations & governanceManage full meeting cadence (governance, quarterly cycles, stand-ups)Prepare agendas, papers, minutes and decision logsTrack actions to closure and escalate overdue itemsMaintain document control and versioned PMF libraryOperational data & supplier coordinationCollect and chase operational inputs from suppliersPerform first-line data quality checks (format, completeness, consistency)Support data flow into reporting environment with Insights LeadMaintain supplier contact and onboarding informationPMO administrationSupport SOW tracking, changes and approvalsMaintain SOW register and status reportingProvide general PMF logistics, onboarding and admin supportSupport RAID register maintenanceCertifications Essential: PRINCE2 Foundation or APMG PM Foundation or ITIL Foundation Preferred: P3O Foundation, PRINCE2 Practitioner, ITIL Practitioner If you are interested in discussing the position further, please apply in the first instance and we will arrange a time to discuss.

Integrated Planning & Change Lead - SC Cleared - Outside IR35Rate: £450-£500 per dayDuration: 12 months (multi-year likely)Location: Remote with occasional London visitsThe role:A Secure Government organisation is seeking an Integrated Planning & Change Lead to design and run integrated portfolio planning across a complex, multi-supplier transformation programme. You will own the master plan, dependency management and change control across a large-scale delivery environment.Required experience:8+ years' portfolio or multi-programme planning experienceStrong track record in multi-supplier delivery environments (e.g. Home Office, FCDO, MOD)Experience building planning frameworks from scratchAdvanced critical path and dependency mapping (3+ workstreams)Proven change control in complex governance settingsActive SC clearance (used within last 12 months)UK national or dual national (one British nationality required) Responsibilities:Integrated portfolio planningOwn and maintain a master plan across 7+ workstreamsManage critical path, milestones and delivery interdependenciesIdentify and resolve planning/resource conflicts earlyLead monthly re-baselining with delivery partners Cross-supplier dependency managementMaintain dependency register across ~18 suppliersRun dependency reviews with delivery stakeholdersEscalate risks into RAID and report to senior leadership Change controlOwn end-to-end change pipeline and impact assessmentProduce governance-ready change documentationMaintain traceability to the integrated plan Quarterly alignmentSupport quarterly planning cycles and governance forumsEngage in showcases, retrospectives and planning eventsMonitor high-level delivery health and velocity across suppliers If you are interested in discussing the position further, please apply in the first instance and we will arrange a time to discuss.

Senior Construction Project Manager - NEC4 - DV Cleared - ContractRate: £575 per dayDuration: 6 months (extendable)Location: 3 days per week in Milton Keynes, rest remoteIR35: InsideThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a DV Cleared, Senior Construction Project Manager, to lead the client-side delivery of a major logistics hub construction project.The role requires strong contract management capability (e.g., NEC4) and proficiency with tools such as MS Project is essential for driving performance, efficiency, and high-quality outcomes.Technical SkillsPRINCE2 Practitioner, APMP, ISEB Certificate, or equivalent project management qualificationStrong understanding of Construction Design Management (CDM) 2015 regulations, with demonstrable experience applying them in project delivery.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including the latest versions of Microsoft Project.Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RIBA, RICS, ICE, IStructE, CIBSE, CIOB).In depth knowledge of current legislative and regulatory frameworks relevant to the role.Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects within tight timescales and limited resources, often within challenging operational environments containing technical, political, security, support, and logistical considerations.Ability to interface with Project team delivering works directly interfacing with this project.A minimum of 5 years' experience in the following:Planning, monitoring, and controlling projects using PRINCE2, APM, or other recognised methodologies.Delivering complex, multidiscipline estates and construction projects up to £20M in valueAssessing, mitigating, and managing project risks.Managing project budgets and cash-flowDelivering complex estates and security projects within secure environmentsDemonstrable experience working with NEC4 contracts for construction procurement and consultant procurement.Managing major construction projects from inception to completion.Coordinating health and safety requirement, particularly CDM 2015 compliance. If available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Programme Director - 24 months - £900pd (Inside IR35)IR35: InsideDuration: 24 monthsLocation: Hybrid - Can be worked from multiple UK locationsThe RoleA leading Government Institution is seeking an experienced Programme Director to lead a large-scale Legal Practice Management (LPM) transformation programme.This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving the modernisation of legal practices through the delivery of new technology-enabled services. The Programme Director will provide visible, authoritative leadership and will be accountable for successful delivery across multiple complex workstreams, suppliers, and internal teams.The role requires strong familiarity with the Government Digital Service (GDS) Service Standards and Technical Code of Practice (TCOP), alongside proven experience delivering major transformation programmes within a government or public sector environment.Essential Experience & SkillsProven track record delivering large-scale transformation programmes, including new digital or technology-enabled servicesExperience successfully passing Government Project Delivery assurance gatesExperience leading programmes through GDS service assessmentsExpert-level stakeholder engagement and governance capability, including executive-level reportingStrong programme governance, financial management, and delivery assurance experiencePractitioner-level experience in digital, data, business change, and implementationDemonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple suppliersStrong understanding of government delivery standards, digital assurance, and security requirementsDesirable ExperienceExperience delivering Legal Practice Management systemsExperience delivering case management systemsQualificationsAPMMSPPRINCE2If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Project Manager - 12 months - £500 per day (Inside IR35)IR35: InsideDuration: 12 monthsLocation: Remote with occasional on-site visitsThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a Project Manager, to undertake an initial 12-month engagement.This role is predominantly remote and would suit a Project Manager with prior experience of delivery Digital services.Essential Experience & SkillsExperience delivering large-scale software initiatives, ideally within a public sector or government environment.Background working within or alongside a Project Management Office (PMO) function in structured delivery settings.Demonstrated success leading complex programmes or projects involving multiple external vendors and cross-functional teams.Experience building and maintaining integrated delivery schedules, including critical path analysis and dependency management.Involvement in system upgrades or transformation initiatives affecting JavaScript-based platforms or applications.Strong technical literacy, enabling effective dialogue with architects and engineering teams, constructive challenge of assumptions, and informed risk assessment.Proven ability to build effective relationships with senior leaders, delivery teams, and supplier organisations.Methodology (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP, Agile frameworks).If available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

PMO Manager - SC Cleared - 6 Month ContractRate: £460 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 6 months (extendable)Location: Milton Keynes (up to 3 days a week on-site)The role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a PMO Manager (SC Cleared), to work within a Technology Delivery function, helping to provide governance and assurance across all delivery.6-month initial contract, Inside IR35 - SC Cleared role.Essential Experience:7+ Years working within Project Delivery/Project Management Office environmentAbility to communicate & collaborate with others effectivelyWorking use of Microsoft Productivity Tools - Excel, Word, PowerPoint etcAbility to analyse and continually improve high quality programme governance artefacts, including delivery to senior stakeholdersExperience of delivering projects/programmes to Government and/or Defence, stakeholders in a secure environmentExcellent organisational and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain attention to detail.Experience managing programme and project financesDesirable:Knowledge of Project Management toolsets, such as MS ProjectAssistant Project Manager/Project Manager backgroundExperience in PMO or project support within a complex programme environment. If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

PMO Lead - SC Cleared - 6 Month ContractRate: £560 per dayIR35: InsideDuration: 6 months (extendable)Location: Milton Keynes (up to 3 days a week on-site)The role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a PMO Lead (SC Cleared), to work within a Technology Delivery function, helping to provide governance and assurance across all delivery. PMO lead will also play a major role in the maturity of the PMO function.6-month initial contract, Inside IR35 - SC Cleared role.Essential Experience Requirements:Significant experience working within Project Delivery/Project Management Office environmentsAble to drive process optimisation and maturity improvements across the PMO function.Strong stakeholder management skills Ability to communicate & collaborate with others effectivelyWorking use of Microsoft Productivity Tools - MSPol, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharepointAbility to analyse and continually improve high quality programme RAID artefacts, including delivery to senior stakeholdersDesirable:Creating & maintaining project dashboardsExperience of working with Joiners / Movers / Leavers processesExperience of delivering projects/programmes to GovernmentProject Management backgroundMigration to SharePoint If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Product Manager - DV Cleared - 6 Month ContractRate: £580 per dayIR35: InsideLocation: Hybrid - Up to 3 days a week in Milton KeynesDuration: 6 months (extendable)The role:A leading Government institution are seeking a Product Manager, to be responsible for a product portfolio including a cloud hosting capability. You will provide product leadership and direction across multiple teams.Experience & Responsibilities:Certified Scrum Product Owner, Certified Product Manager (CPM)A capable leader who is effective and experienced at leading product teams of up to 20 peopleOwn and develop the strategic vision and ensure consistent delivery of the Service capability.Effectively communicate product vision and requirements to diverse audiencesstrong understanding of the Digital hosting, the development of environments, connectivity and associated considerations when work at SECRETSupport the cross government Strategic direction of upper tier hosting, maintaining the Service for current internal and external customersIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Lead Product Manager - DV Cleared - ContractRate: £580 per dayIR35: InsideLocation: Hybrid - Up to 3 days a week in Milton KeynesDuration: 6 months (extendable)The role:A leading Government institution are seeking a Lead Product Manager, to be responsible for a product portfolio including a cloud hosting capability. You will provide product leadership and direction across multiple teams.Experience & Responsibilities:Certified Scrum Product Owner, Certified Product Manager (CPM)A capable leader who is effective and experienced at leading product teams of up to 20 peopleOwn and develop the strategic vision and ensure consistent delivery of the Service capability.Effectively communicate product vision and requirements to diverse audiencesstrong understanding of the Digital hosting, the development of environments, connectivity and associated considerations when work at SECRETSupport the cross government Strategic direction of upper tier hosting, maintaining the Service for current internal and external customersIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.