Head of Project Resources

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Head of Project Resources to lead their Programme Delivery team. This role involves overseeing a diverse portfolio of programmes valued at over £200 million, while managing a team of up to twelve Programme and Project Managers. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in project management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion, offering a hybrid working model and excellent benefits to support your professional growth.

Benefits

Generous leave

Pension contributions

Flexible benefits

Insurance

Wellness programs

Ongoing learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing projects and programmes of varying scales.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a large team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Programme and Project Managers.
• Develop standardized project management methodologies.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Agile Methodologies

Operational Leadership

Performance Monitoring

Job description

Job Title: Head of Project Resources

We are seeking an experienced professional to lead our Programme Delivery team. In this role, you will oversee a team of up to twelve Programme and Project Managers, focusing on building delivery capabilities to meet current and future needs. You will manage the deployment of the team across a diverse portfolio of programmes valued at over £200 million over five years, and coordinate Programme Delivery input into new business development, including planning and costing of annual core grant-funded investments.

Responsibilities

1. Team Management: Lead and mentor the team, ensuring effective performance management and fostering a culture of learning, excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
2. Delivery Management: Develop and implement standardized project management methodologies and contribute to new business development.
3. Operational Leadership: Participate in the Programme Delivery Management Team and develop a Project Management Community of Practice.
4. Collaboration: Work with other department heads to integrate Project Delivery activities across Digital Catapult.
5. Resource Allocation: Support the Head of OPMO and other leaders to assign resources effectively.
6. Performance Monitoring: Track individual performance to ensure successful delivery, balancing utilization with development and business needs.
7. Continuous Improvement: Stay informed on industry trends to enhance programme and project delivery.

Requirements

• Significant experience managing projects and programmes, from small agile projects to large-scale initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team of similar size.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our recognition as a Top 100 UK Workplace and a Disability Confident Employer.
• Excellent benefits including generous leave, pension contributions, flexible benefits, insurance, and wellness programs.
• Hybrid working model with office presence as required for project success.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

At Digital Catapult, we foster an engaging culture that values diverse voices and employee feedback. We promote awareness of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion through various initiatives and organize social activities and sports groups to build community.