Transformation Project Manager

NG Bailey Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transformation Project Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role involves leading the replacement of an existing system with a new work management and finance solution. The successful candidate will manage project deliverables, engage stakeholders, and ensure timely completion of objectives. With a focus on collaboration and risk management, this position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects in a supportive environment that values personal development and progression. Join a company committed to inclusivity and employee well-being.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance

Gym Memberships

Travel Insurance

Tax-Free Bikes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering complex system and business change programs.
• Excellent stakeholder and third-party management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and oversee project delivery within time, budget, and scope.
• Manage project development and deliverables, ensuring stakeholder approval.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Project Lifecycle Understanding

Risk Management

Budget Management

Tools

JobLogic

FocalPoint

Job description

We are currently seeking a Transformation Project Manager to join us on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis.

The successful candidate will be working within the NG Bailey and Freedom Services System Transformation Programme (SST), which aims to replace the existing IFS system with a new work management and finance system, including JobLogic and FocalPoint. The Project Manager will report directly to the SST Programme Manager.

The Project Manager will be responsible for leading, directing, and overseeing the delivery and completion of projects within the agreed time, budget, scope, and objectives. This includes aligning with the workstreams and project deliveries for the Facilities Services project and its individual phases.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing project development and deliverables, ensuring documentation is approved by stakeholders within agreed timelines. This includes Project Initiation Document, Project Plan, Risk and Issue Management, Resource Planning, and Third Party Management.
• Managing the project budget.
• Engaging stakeholders and managing expectations.
• Collaborating with third-party suppliers.
• Ensuring deliverables are completed according to the plan, milestones, and approach agreed with business stakeholders and the Project Board.
• Identifying, managing, and resolving risks and issues, and communicating mitigation actions to minimize project impact.
• Reporting project progress to committees and forums based on governance structures.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in delivering complex system and business change programs across cross-functional teams, including technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Good understanding of the project lifecycle.
• Excellent stakeholder and third-party management skills.

We offer a range of benefits to attract and retain talented individuals, including:

• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicles)
• Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program supporting mental health and well-being
• Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax-Free Bikes

Next Steps:

We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We will outline the recruitment process in advance and accommodate any needs you may have during the application and interview process.

About Us:

We are a leading independent engineering and services business in the UK, founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We pride ourselves on developing our people through ongoing training and development, working on innovative projects across various sectors in the building and infrastructure industry, utilizing the latest tools and technologies. We value progression and will support your development through clear pathways, regular reviews, and training opportunities.