Transformation Programme Lead

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a senior leader in the Projects Division, where you'll be pivotal in delivering large-scale projects. This role involves designing financial controls, managing stakeholders, and ensuring project governance while fostering a culture of high integrity and teamwork. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and a range of benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence the future of project management in a dynamic environment. If you are ready to take on a challenge and make a significant impact, this role is for you.

Benefits

Virtual GP services

Financial wellbeing assistance

Flexible holiday options

High street discounts

Cycle-to-work schemes

Life cover

Enhanced pension contributions

Share schemes

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading complex projects within a finance or commercial environment.
• Experience managing multiple senior stakeholders and communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of standard approaches to subcontractor management.
• Oversee financial aspects of the project including budget management and financial reporting.
• Establish project governance structures and manage stakeholder communications.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Effective Communication

Risk Management

Change Management

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Role Purpose

Reports to the Finance Director, Mitie Projects, and is responsible for designing and implementing appropriate commercial and financial controls for a large-scale projects business within Mitie. This role will ensure the successful execution of Project Bedrock, aligning with Mitie's strategic pillars of Projects Upsell and Enhance Margin.

Key Responsibilities & Accountability

1. Project Leadership: Lead the design and implementation of standard approaches to subcontractor management, CVRs, financial reporting, forecasting, and document management across Mitie Projects businesses.
2. Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with key stakeholders including Mitie Projects ExCo, Mitie FLT, MDs in Mitie Fire & Security, CC&D, PPS, JCA, Procurement, IS, and Finance Global Process Owners.
3. Third-Party Coordination: Engage and manage any required third-party support to deliver the programme successfully.
4. Governance: Establish and maintain project governance structures, ensuring key stakeholders are informed of progress, issues, and decisions.
5. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize their impact.
6. Change Management: Develop and implement a change management plan, including communications, training, and resistance management strategies.
7. Financial Oversight: Oversee the financial aspects of the project, including budget management, cost control, and financial reporting.

About this Role

This is a senior appointment within the Projects Division, directly accountable for delivering the programme to the Projects ExCo.

Experience: Proven track record in leading complex projects within a finance or commercial environment, managing multiple senior stakeholders and communities.

Skills: Excellent analytical skills, stakeholder management, and effective communication abilities. Comfortable working in a matrix environment.

Attributes: High integrity, commitment to governance, and the ability to motivate teams, whether directly managed or virtual.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support your lifestyle, including virtual GP services, financial wellbeing assistance through Salary Finance, flexible holiday options, high street discounts, cycle-to-work schemes, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, share schemes, and employee recognition programs like Mitie Stars with cash prizes.

Our Commitment

Since 1987, Mitie’s 68,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, serving clients from household names in banking to critical government sites, hospitals, and schools.

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