EDP Project Governance Manager

Expleo Engineering Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced EDP Project Governance Manager on a contract basis. The role involves developing forecasting models, managing project portfolios, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a degree in a relevant field. This position demands strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration to address governance challenges.

Qualifications

• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Keen attention to detail and strategic thinking.
• Strong sense of big-picture objectives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive governance-related improvements.
• Monitor day-to-day operations and report on performance.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with the EDP portfolio.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Coordination and organizational abilities

Education

Degree in Economics, Finance, or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a driven and experienced EDP Project Governance Manager to join our customer on a contract basis. This role is pivotal in developing complex forecasting models, budgets, resource allocation, and plans for EDP projects. The ideal candidate will support the strategic governance of our overall product portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and risk management standards.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including procurement, digital, legal, finance, compliance, and risk management, to address governance‑related issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor day‑to‑day operations, report on performance, and recommend actionable improvements when necessary.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with the EDP portfolio strategy, including cybersecurity threats, compliance issues, and operational challenges.
• Coordinate and support the planning and execution of technology and innovation management events, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and fostering cross‑functional collaboration.
• Manage operational logistics and stakeholder engagement for innovation initiatives, including vendor coordination, technology setup, and post‑event analysis to drive continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

What You'll Need

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to think strategically.
• A natural coordinator with a strong sense of big‑picture objectives and a "Make it happen" attitude.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other productivity applications and platforms.
• Degree in Economics, Finance, or Engineering.

For more details, please reach out to [e-mail]

Location: Gaydon