Senior Project Manager - Transformation Programme

Adecco; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Senior Project Manager for a 9-month transformation programme. This role involves leading the restructuring of products, services, and organisational structure while ensuring compliance and effective governance. The ideal candidate has experience managing PMO functions and workforce restructuring projects, with strong financial and stakeholder management skills. Join us to make a significant impact in this challenging role.

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing PMO functions.
• Experience with workforce restructuring projects.
• Strong financial forecasting and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain PMO governance across the transformation programme.
• Develop project plans and manage resource allocations.
• Lead risk and issue management processes.

Skills

PMO management

Workforce restructuring

Stakeholder management

Financial forecasting

Project governance frameworks

Job description

Overview

Senior Project Manager - Transformation Programme. Contract Type: 9 months. Location: Huddersfield.

Lead a transformative programme overseeing the realignment of production, costs and resources across three workstreams: Products and Assets; Service and Infrastructure; Organisational Structure (including headcount, roles, and skills). Join us in establishing a robust PMO function that will drive meaningful change, collaborating closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining comprehensive PMO governance across the transformation programme.
• Developing and managing detailed project plans, financial forecasts, and resource allocations.
• Leading risk and issue management processes, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Supporting preparation for consultation meetings with trade unions regarding workforce changes.
• Providing regular, clear reporting to senior stakeholders on programme progress.
• Coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and delivery against objectives.
• Identifying and resolving complex problems that may impede programme success.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements throughout the transformation.

Experience and Skills

• A proven track record of establishing and managing PMO functions for significant transformation programmes.
• Demonstrated experience in workforce restructuring projects, including significant headcount reductions and resets.
• Experience in supporting the preparation for formal consultation processes with trade unions and employee representatives.
• A strong background in developing and implementing project governance frameworks to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Exceptional financial forecasting and budget management capabilities.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strong leadership qualities to navigate challenging situations.
• A deep understanding of project management methodologies and best practises.

Personal Attributes

• The ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and composure.
• A strategic mindset that balances immediate needs with long-term objectives.
• A collaborative approach while maintaining clear direction and accountability.
• An analytical mindset complemented by strong problem-solving skills.
• The adaptability to thrive in changing circumstances while staying focused on core deliverables.

Why Join Us?

This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to facilitate a significant transformation programme with a lasting impact. If you're someone who can blend technical project management expertise with the interpersonal skills needed to guide teams through substantial change, we want to hear from you.