Security Cleared (SC) Sr Staff Technical Program Manager

Energy Consulting group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager to drive execution across multiple interdependent projects. The ideal candidate will leverage technology and process expertise to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Strong leadership, communication skills, and a background in STEM fields are essential for this role. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on work-life balance.

Benefits

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

Flexible holiday options

Qualifications

• Professional experience in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field.
• Proven experience delivering business value through project management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with partners to define functionality and specify requirements.
• Manage day-to-day execution of multiple interdependent projects.
• Support execution team with resolution of roadblocks.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Budget management

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college

Tools

PMP certification

ScrumMaster certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

As the Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager, you will be responsible for leveraging deep technology, process and domain expertise to drive execution across multiple interdependent projects within a program, ensuring outcomes delivery on time, within scope and budget and of desired quality. You will define execution standards and processes to be followed by all project managers within the program or department.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business and functional partners and technology leadership in defining functionality and specifying requirements
• Outline multi-generational project strategy aligned to deliver on the expected outcomes
• Define execution methodologies and project management practices to be followed by all projects within the program
• Organize project teams comprising from internal and external technical and functional experts based on budget, scope and timeline
• Manage day-to-day execution of multiple interdependent projects by working directly with global technical teams
• Coordinate execution across multiple projects and drive shared approach and outcomes tracking
• Support execution team with resolution of roadblocks and interdependencies. Partner with technical and functional teams external to the project to ensure their tasks are completed as required
• Manage project risks, scope changes and other non-standard events throughout the life of the project
• Manage stakeholder communication and progress reporting at various levels of the organization including leadership and executives
• Ensure quality of deliverables is verified and matching stakeholder expectations
• Track project outcomes realization and customer satisfaction levels through established metrics against service level. Ensure lessons learned are collected
• Perform initial and final financial reviews, and ensure ongoing budget tracking

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college
• Professional experience in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field.
• Note: Military experience is equivalent to professional experience

Desired Characteristics

• Proven experience using project management methodologies to deliver business value and drive significant change across an organization
• Experience managing budgets including budget and spend
• Strong understanding and knowledge of various project and portfolio management methodologies with track record of implementing shared standards for large organizations
• Strong leadership skills with ability to influence outcomes and organize teams to attain shared goals
• Excellent influencing, interpersonal and communications skills (both written and verbal) with all levels of an organization
• Self-starter - requires minimal direction to accomplish goals
• Strong track record of understanding and interest in current and emerging technologies demonstrated through training, job experience and / or industry activities
• Strong team player – collaborates well with others to solve problems and actively incorporates input from various sources
• Experience working with others on a global basis
• Applies knowledge to coach and mentor others
• Demonstrated customer focus – evaluates decisions through the eyes of the customer, builds strong customer relationships, creates processes with customer viewpoint and partners with customers to help shape their future initiatives
• Strong analytical and strong problem-solving skills -communicates in a clear and succinct manner and effectively evaluates information / data to make decisions, anticipates obstacles and develops plans to resolve, creates actionable strategies and operational plans
• Change oriented – actively generates process improvements, champions and drives change initiatives, confronts difficult circumstances in creative ways, balances multiple and competing priorities and executes accordingly
• PMP, ScrumMaster or related Project Management certifications

6.9 Digital Technology & Cybersecurity requirements

6.10 All Digital Technology and Cybersecurity workers in GEAS UK Highly Regulated Businesses shall be subject to UK National Security Vetting and must hold and maintain clearance at the SC Level (or higher) prior to starting employment/assignment and for continued employment/assignment. This requirement shall apply regardless of whether: employed by; seconded, allocated or assigned to; or otherwise undertaking work in or for GEAS UK Highly Regulated Businesses; and shall apply irrespective of site/location, including those working remotely.

6.12 All workers requesting highly privileged logical and/or unescorted physical access to IT/OT Applications/Systems/Services or Infrastructure within GEAS UK Highly Regulated Environments shall be subject to UK National Security Vetting and must hold clearance at the SC Level (or higher) and shall meet applicable access eligibility and business justification requirements before such access is granted. Access shall cease when access clearance, eligibility or justification requirements cease to be met. Highly privileged logical access to IT/OT Applications/Systems/Services within GEAS UK Highly Regulated Environments shall be limited to workers who are located onshore in the UK. This requirement shall apply regardless of whether: access is by GE Aerospace workers or is by workers from another GE, GE affiliate or 3rd Party entity; and shall apply irrespective of site/location, including those working remotely.

Total Rewards

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Rewards. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

We are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

- Non-contributory Pension

- Life Assurance

- Group income protection

- Private medical cover

- Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. Further, under immigration rules, sponsorship is not available for all posts. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No