Project Portfolio Delivery Lead

James Chase; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport operator in the UK is seeking a Project Portfolio Delivery Lead to oversee critical projects. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience, particularly within construction-related project delivery. Responsibilities include managing the project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, and maintaining governance. This role allows for a hybrid work model, balancing on-site and remote work. Candidates must have a professional project management accreditation and proven success in leading multi-stakeholder projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience as programme/project manager, including construction-related exposure.
• Proven track record leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Strong contractor/vendor management capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.
• Prioritise programmes based on impact, risk, and resources.
• Oversee contractor/vendor performance and ensure value for money.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Construction project delivery

Budget management

Vendor management

Education

Professional PM accreditation (APM / PMI; PRINCE2 / MSP)

Job description

Project Portfolio Delivery Lead – London Transport Operator

Hybrid | London (4 days on-site)

UK residents with full right to work only – no sponsorship available.

Our client, a leading London transport operator, is seeking a Project Portfolio Delivery Lead to oversee and drive a portfolio of high-profile strategic and operational projects. This role is central to delivering organisational value, supporting long-term strategy, and ensuring operational excellence across the business.

Working closely with senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners, you’ll lead complex, business-critical programmes in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Please note : Candidates must have experience that includes some construction-related project delivery. Exclusively Technology / Digital backgrounds will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.
• Prioritise programmes based on impact, risk, and resources.
• Maintain strong governance and proactively resolve risks and delivery challenges.
• Serve as the senior link between leadership, project teams, and delivery partners.
• Drive collaboration, accountability, and high delivery standards.
• Oversee contractor / vendor performance and ensure value for money.
• Work with Finance, Operations, and wider teams on resource and budget alignment.

About You

• 7+ years’ experience as programme / project manager, including construction-related exposure (transport, maritime, infrastructure, etc.).
• Professional PM accreditation (APM / PMI; PRINCE2 / MSP).
• Proven track record leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects, managing capital budgets of £5m+.
• Background in SME / private sector environments.
• Excellent stakeholder and relationship-building skills; positive and energising approach.
• People / line management experience.
• Strong contractor / vendor management capability.Strategic thinker able to convert vision into action.