Project Manager (Transformation)

Adecco; Nuneaton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Project Manager for a major transformation programme in the UK energy sector. This role emphasizes organizational change and stakeholder engagement, requiring a strong background in project management and change management. The position offers hybrid working with an initial 6-month contract and opportunities for extension. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of managing complex projects and experience in regulated industries.

Benefits

Central role in high-profile energy programme

Limited on-site requirement

Scope for long-term extension

Qualifications

• Track record in managing large-scale programmes.
• Experience with organisational change and business readiness.
• Proven people-centric project management.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery of the RESP implementation phase.
• Manage organisational change focusing on processes.
• Ensure aligned governance with PMO function.

Skills

Strong track record of project management

Change management experience

Excellent stakeholder management

Knowledge of utilities or regulated industries

PMO functions knowledge

Job description

Overview

Position: Project Manager - Transformation

Location: Warwick (Hybrid - Approx 1 day per week on-site, occasional travel required)

Duration: 6-month initial contract (extensions likely)

Pay Rate: £500 per day (via Umbrella)

About the Role

We are working with a leading organisation in the UK energy sector on the delivery of the Regional Energy Strategic Plan (RESP), a major transformation programme shaping our clients planning functions and the way they operate - carried out across 11 regions of the UK!

The programme is entering implementation. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale delivery and manage the change activities that will transform ways of working across the organisation.

This is a people-centric project management role - while there will be touchpoints with IT and systems, the emphasis is on organisational change, business readiness, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery of the RESP implementation phase through to 2027.
• Manage large-scale organisational change, focusing on people, processes, and readiness.
• Work closely with the PMO function to ensure aligned governance and delivery.
• Build strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders, including regulators.
• Provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and dependencies.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of project management in complex, large-scale programmes.
• Background in change management and business readiness.
• People-centric approach with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in the utilities or regulated industries (highly desirable).
• Knowledge of PMO functions.

What's on Offer

• Play a central role in a high-profile national energy programme.
• Hybrid working with limited on-site requirement.
• Initial 6-month contract with scope for long-term extension.

Application

If this role is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

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Job Info

Job Title:

Company:

Location:

Nuneaton, Warwickshire

Posted:

Sep 29th 2025

Closes:

Oct 30th 2025

Sector:

Other

Contract:

Contract

Hours:

Full Time

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