Lead Project Manager

Harvey Nash Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Lead Digital Project Manager for a public sector transformation programme. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing multiple digital projects focused on data services improvement. Essential experience includes familiarity with GDS and prior public sector work. Strong project management skills are needed, along with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively. This role requires attendance in the Newcastle office 3 days a week.

Qualifications

• Strong background in digital project management within complex environments.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience in data governance or transformation programmes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of digital projects using Agile, Waterfall or hybrid methods.
• Collaborate with service leads and stakeholders to align delivery with strategic goals.
• Manage risks, issues and dependencies across a complex portfolio.

Skills

Digital project management

Stakeholder engagement

Data governance

Job description

Travel Requirements: You must be able to attend the office in either Newcastle, Leeds or Manchester 3 days per week
Inside IR35

We're hiring a Lead Digital Project Manager to support the delivery of a strategic data transformation programme for a public sector end client. You'll oversee multiple digital projects focused on improving data services such as OKRs, data quality, sharing and maturity assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of digital projects using Agile, Waterfall or hybrid methods.
• Collaborate with service leads and stakeholders to align delivery with strategic goals.
• Manage risks, issues and dependencies across a complex portfolio.
• Ensure timely, high-quality delivery and continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

• Strong background in digital project management within complex environments.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience in data governance or transformation programmes is a plus.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving strategic outcomes.

Essential Experience Required for this role

• You must have previous experience with GDS
• You must have previous experience in the public sector

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply now!