Project Manager & Investment Plans & Strategic OIP Workstreams

Carrington West; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to coordinate key workstreams and develop corporate investment plans. This role requires strong organizational and strategic oversight abilities, with a focus on stakeholder management. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in project/programme management within relevant sectors, along with essential project management qualifications. The position offers a dynamic work environment with a mix of remote and in-office responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project/programme management within the public sector or comparable context.
• Experience of strategic financial or business planning is highly desirable.
• Track record of delivering transformational, non-IT projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery of workstreams in collaboration with business leads.
• Establish and maintain project plans to ensure timely delivery.
• Track interdependencies and coordinate across multiple projects.

Skills

Project/programme management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Professional project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP, Agile)

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager - Investment Plans & Strategic OIP Workstreams
Location: Bristol (minimum 2 days per week in office)

Overview

The Role: We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to coordinate key Organisational Improvement Programme (OIP) workstreams and lead the development of corporate Investment Plans across six strategic themes. Your time will be split equally between:

• Portfolio Coordination (0.5 FTE): Managing interdependencies, collating project plans, supporting workstream leads, and producing governance reports.
• Investment Plan Development (0.5 FTE): Leading the creation of thematic investment plans, setting timelines, engaging stakeholders, and navigating plans through governance processes.

This is a high-profile role requiring strong organisation, strategic oversight, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery of workstreams in collaboration with business leads.
• Establish and maintain project plans to ensure timely delivery against tight deadlines.
• Track interdependencies and coordinate across multiple projects for successful outcomes.
• Support senior leaders acting as project sponsors to ensure accountability and remove barriers.
• Identify emerging risks, resource gaps, and escalate where necessary.
• Develop and share progress updates with key stakeholders.
• Organise meetings, engagement sessions, and agendas for internal and partner stakeholders.
• Manage risks, budgets, KPIs, and reporting to senior leaders.

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience in project/programme management within the public sector or comparable organisational context.
• Experience of strategic financial or business planning is highly desirable.
• Track record of delivering transformational, non-IT projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills at both senior and practitioner levels.
• Professional project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP, Agile).
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.

For a full description and further information on the role, please call Jason Kohle at Carrington West on 02393 876006.

Footnote

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