Project Manager

FCDO Services; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government security organization is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of secure, high-impact projects. You will work with various government departments to manage risks, drive successful outcomes, and optimize budgets using methodologies like Agile and Waterfall. Ideal candidates have experience in secure project environments and project management certifications. The role offers competitive salaries, generous leave, and various on-site benefits to support team members' growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Civil Service Pension

On-site gym

Interest-free loans on transport

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering digital or technical projects in secure environments.
• Ability to manage project risks, dependencies, and budgets effectively.
• Hands-on knowledge of analysis techniques in a project environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead successful delivery of small to medium sized secure projects.
• Collaborate with various areas of Government for project delivery.
• Monitor financials and project resources to stay within budget.

Skills

Project management

Risk management

Agile methodologies

Interpersonal skills

Budget management

Education

APM PMQ or PRINCE2 or Agile certification

ITIL qualification

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we’re on. In our world, it all matters.

Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it’s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy’s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you’ve got the opportunity to join them.

Providing innovation to government partners

Delivering best-in-class solutions

Working at the cutting-edge of technology

It all matters

Drive the successful delivery of important government security projects

Join us as a Project Manager and you’ll be responsible for leading the successful delivery of small to medium sized secure, high-impact projects for a wide range of customers. From cloud infrastructure to cyber security and digital transformation, your work will directly support other government departments, and it will be your task to manage risks, drive delivery and ensure that the projects you’re focused on produce measurable value and align with our strategic objectives.

Operating with a large degree of autonomy in a highly secure and dynamic environment, you’ll be directly responsible for managing the full project delivery lifecycle, and work in collaboration with customers and partners from various areas of Government including the FCDO, National Security and Defence. Using a number of methodologies including Waterfall and Agile, we’ll expect you to forecast, request and manage the resources required to deliver projects on time, ensure data entries are complete, and monitor and record financials and other resources so you and your team stay within budget.

Work as a key member of a team that defends the nation’s interests

This is an exciting, fast-paced role, and to be a success you should have well developed experience of delivering digital or technical projects in a secure or government environment, and the ability to manage risks, dependencies and budgets effectively. It goes without saying that you should have a good understanding of GDS service design principles and Agile delivery, while your excellent interpersonal and communication skills will allow you to work well with a diverse range of colleagues and other stakeholders.

When it comes to qualifications we’ll look for APM PMQ, PRINCE2 or Agile Project Management certification, and familiarity with project tools such as Jira, MS Project or their equivalent. A confident resource manager and coordinator of project plans, hands‑on knowledge of analysis techniques, business or systems and their application in a project environment would be desirable, as would an ITIL qualification and an understanding of Secure by Design principles. In addition, experience of working within the FCDO Services or in a similar secure government environment would be a plus.

Discover the support you need to grow your career further

But we’re always looking to improve – just like you. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on‑site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest‑free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.

Want to see your future team’s work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Security Check (SC) clearance. You can find out more about vetting at fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/

To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

Closing date: 11/01/2025

It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world

The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.

Candidates who are judged to be close to meeting the criteria may be considered for other positions in FCDO Services which may be at a lower grade, but have a potential skills match