IT Project Manager

Scotia Gas Networks; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotia Gas Networks is seeking Project Managers of all levels for its Digital Delivery team in the UK. You will lead projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring safe, on-time, on-budget outcomes with quality standards.

The role spans technology, digital and transformation projects within a regulated utility environment. You will collaborate with stakeholders, suppliers and delivery teams, manage budgets, risks and reporting, and contribute to continuous improvement as part of SGN’s technology

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering complex technology, digital or transformation programmes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of PRINCE2, Agile or Waterfall delivery methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initiation through to delivery.
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, risks and dependencies.
• Build relationships with business stakeholders, suppliers and delivery teams.
• Lead project teams to deliver business outcomes.
• Manage project finances and provide forecasting and reporting.
• Ensure governance, QA and project controls are maintained.
• Support business change and embedding new ways of working.
• Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk management

PRINCE2

Agile

Waterfall

Leadership

Communication

Job description

We're looking for Project Managers at all levels to join our Digital Delivery team. Whether you're an established Project Manager looking to develop your career or a Senior Project Manager experienced in delivering complex transformation programmes, you'll play a key role in delivering projects that support our operational and strategic ambitions.

You'll lead projects from initiation through to delivery, ensuring outcomes are achieved safely, on time, within budget and to the expected quality standards.

We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here's how you will contribute...

• Managing projects through the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Developing and maintaining project plans, budgets, risks, issues and dependencies.
• Building strong relationships with business stakeholders, suppliers and delivery teams.
• Leading project teams to deliver successful business outcomes.
• Managing project finances and providing regular forecasting and reporting.
• Ensuring effective governance, quality assurance and project controls are maintained.
• Supporting business change and helping embed new ways of working.
• Capturing lessons learned and driving continuous improvement across project delivery.

• Experience delivering projects in technology, digital, change or business transformation environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience managing project risks, budgets, timelines and resources.
• Knowledge of project delivery methodologies such as PRINCE2, Agile or Waterfall.
• The ability to influence, collaborate and drive delivery across multiple teams.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem solving.

Desirable

• PRINCE2 certification.
• Experience delivering software, infrastructure, cloud or business transformation projects.
• Experience working with third-party suppliers.
• Knowledge of Lean or Kanban ways of working.
• Experience within a regulated or utility environment.

At SGN, we're investing in technology and digital transformation to deliver a safe and reliable service for our customers., Research shows some people - particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN , we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Why SGN?

SGN leads pioneering research and development for a net-zero energy system. Our innovative technologies are transforming the gas industry while keeping people safe and warm. We are an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for Great Places to Work and Inclusivity and Accessibility , and a proud Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant.

About us | Benefits | Diversity and inclusion

If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.

Why SGN

With over 85 years of experience behind us, we're leading the way in energy delivery.

SGN manage the network that distributes natural and green gas to 5.9 million homes and businesses across Scotland

and the south of England. Whoever your supplier is, our pipes deliver gas safely, reliably and efficiently

to every one of our customers. It's your gas, in our network.

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