Who You Are

You are an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record in handling complex transformations, mobilizations, or service-transition projects. Comfortable working within large matrix organizations, you excel in managing competing priorities and coordinating diverse stakeholder groups while maintaining a strong focus on delivery. You are proactive, resilient, organized, and possess excellent communication skills. You also have the ability to constructively challenge to meet program deadlines.

What the Job Involves

This role involves leading the end-to-end transition of Housing contracts in Westminster City Council's Strategic Alliance Programme. You will manage demobilization, mobilization, business readiness, and service commencement for allocated contract transitions. The role requires you to maintain program standards and delivery milestones while coordinating with internal stakeholders, suppliers, consultants, and service leads. Key responsibilities include project planning, leading working groups, maintaining program controls, preparing reports and dashboards, monitoring progress, and supporting business readiness activities. The position offers an opportunity to be part of a high-profile strategic program within a leading London local authority, with hybrid working arrangements.

Skills

• Proven project management experience in complex change initiatives
• Strong project planning and program control
• Experience managing multiple workstreams
• Leading cross-functional groups and coordinating stakeholders
• Risk management and overcoming barriers
• Operational readiness and go-live support
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication
• Governance documentation and reporting preparation
• Recognized Project Management qualification (desirable)