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Program Lead
Venesky Brown
Lead and manage a public sector organization's program of projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and delivery of milestones.
17d ago
£480 - £480
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Contractor
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Admin & Customer Services
Corporate & Professional Services
Engineering & Construction
Information Technology & Digital
Transport
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
portfolio management
solution transition
performance reporting
gateway reviews
supplier management
team leadership
- Develop and manage the project delivery Portfolio, including several simultaneous projects. Identify and plan the scope and resource requirements of new projects and reconcile competing resource demands.
- Manage the transition of solutions developed and delivered by projects into business operations, which can be highly complex and will need negotiation and diplomacy when providing guidance and advice to achieve agreement and co-operation for implementation.
- Report regularly on performance, risk management and financial control on relevant projects to ensure that problems are resolved, any resulting changes are managed effectively, and clear audit trails recorded.
- Where appropriate, deputise for the Programme Director and SROs on Project Boards and conduct/lead internal Gateway Reviews.
- Support the selection and management of third-party suppliers from a solution delivery perspective i.e., ensure requirements are met.
- Ensure the programme of projects are coherent and balanced with a strong focus on delivery and implementation of the programme milestones. This post creates focus and leadership for the strategic direction of their programme to enable benefits and transformation.
- Manage (where applicable) the transition of solutions from project environment to operational service with appropriate service management in place.
- Direct and motivate the project team while emphasising a focus on product delivery.
- Manage a large-scale budget for the designated Programme function.
- Ensure appropriate assurance and optimised quality of all deliverables including patient safety, Information Governance and National Architecture Design approvals.
- Ensure that the business is carried out in accordance with the extant Standing Financial Instructions, Standing Orders, and Policies and Procedures, including Health and Safety Regulations.
- Promote and represent at national and local levels across Wales. Ensure appropriate representation at inter-departmental and events and meetings including liaison with the colleagues across the UK.
- Working to identify the needs of stakeholders to ensure the programme meets requirements and maximises benefits to the service when expert opinions may differ.
- Represent the programme at Programme Delivery Committee and Management Board – Portfolio Oversight which will require negotiation and diplomacy.
- Conduct R&D research to identify and validate emerging and proposed technologies and Programme Management techniques.
- Lead Project Management Teams so that the portfolio of projects has an acceptable balance of risk, investment, benefit, and pace and supports stakeholders’ priorities for the delivery of healthcare.
- To maintain detailed project finance reports which include accurate projections and to ensure financial flows across projects.
- Represent the programme at Performance and Planning Management Group (PPMG).
- Develop and maintain the long-term strategic plans to support the vision and scope for transformation as part of the relevant strategic programme.
- Line management responsibility across assigned Projects, and all grades of Programme Managers, Project Managers and Project Officers, and domain experts.
- Establish the process for programme governance ensuring adherence to best practice.
- Act as the key link with senior staff to ensure effective communications, collaborative working and problem resolution.
- Using specialist knowledge to analyse, co-ordinate, and direct and oversee the implementation of related set of project benefits and activities which can be highly complex to deliver outcomes and benefits related to the organisation’s strategic objectives.
- Plan and monitor the project progress, in line with best Practice Standards, including Programme Governance.
- Be responsible for implementing the Planning Policy and the Portfolio Playbook for assigned Programmes.
- Direct private sector consultants to include specification of requirements, recruitment, contract management and performance managing delivery.
- Develop tranches and detailed plans for the programme including agreeing dependencies.
- As a senior programme professional, advise, influence and inform policies regarding programmes and projects.
- Support the development of business cases by providing estimated costs, defining qualitative and quantitative benefits, and documenting risks with probability and impact assessments.
- Undertake a key role within the Procurement activity by leading the work to establish clear Output Based Specifications & Functional Specifications in relation to Information and Records Programmes. This is supported by playing a key role representing in procurements, e.g. Competitive dialogue and ensuring appropriate scoring & evaluation has taken place. All of this will be embraced through a clear understanding and knowledge of the marketplace.
- Conduct regular reviews to verify continual alignment to programme strategic objectives.
What you bring
problem solving
prince2
microsoft project
programme management
msp
problem solving
- The ability to find ways of solving or pre-empting problems.
- Excellent organisational, judgement and analysis skills on complicated problems.
- Demonstrably delivered in a project environment.
- Excellent presentation negotiation and facilitation skills.
- In depth knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring, and controlling projects, e.g., PRINCE2 Microsoft Project, MSP.
- Project management qualification (e.g., Prince 2) or equivalent experience.
- Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills when dealing with highly complex and sensitive information to a wide range of stakeholders across organisational boundaries.
- Proven experience and ability to handle complex management decisions which require excellent analytical, judgmental and communication skills.
- The post holder will need extensive knowledge and expertise over a range of subject areas.
- Experience and knowledge of the procurement process including contract negotiations particularly in relation to Informatics procurement.
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh
- Team management skills.
- Rigorous identification and management of inter-project and inter sub-programme dependencies.
- Able to operate effectively in a changing environment.
- Programme Management qualification, MSP, or equivalent experience.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with national programme boards, executives and associated professional groups.
- Significant experience in a senior management role in the field of programme management and / or significant senior management experience for the relevant programme
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Previous experience of budget management and resource allocation procedures and their application.
- Educated to master’s level or equivalent experience.
- Extensive knowledge and experience of change management, process change and Informatics and in particular prescribing issues and solutions. This will involve undertaking research and development programmes to inform strategic policy and direction.
- Capable of understanding the wider organisation objectives in its context within current National policy and strategic direction.
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Company
Overview
£68 million
Annual Revenue
Revenue generated by September 2023.
2019–2023
Framework Appointment
Years active in NHS and Crown Commercial Service frameworks.
5% Club Member
Apprenticeship Commitment
Committed to fostering emerging talent in construction staffing.
- Grew from a single office to nationwide coverage via hubs in Edinburgh, Milton Keynes & Birmingham.
- Delivers bespoke recruitment for major public-private projects—from energy and rail to higher education and digital transformation.
- Team expertise spans Construction, Engineering, IT & Digital, Professional Services and Public Sector frameworks.
- Staff volunteered with Cross Tay Link Road project to aid school grounds restoration.
- Manage activities under control in accordance with sustainable development principles.
- Raise sustainability awareness among staff, visitors, candidates, and customers.
- Provide sustainability training and encourage sustainable practices at work, home, and in the community.
- Policy objective: Reduce paper usage and aim for a paperless office.
- Policy objective: Promote recycling by reducing non-recyclable item use and encourage reusable bags and coffee cups.
- Policy objective: Reduce office energy consumption.
- Policy objective: Decrease dishwasher usage and select more efficient programs.
- Operate a paperless office with cloud-based software to minimize printing.
- Maintain dedicated recycling facilities on-site.
- Encourage eco-friendly commuting: cycling, walking, public transport, car-sharing, participation in cycle-to-work schemes, and hybrid pool cars.
9% Emissions Increase
GHG Emissions Rise
Despite higher business growth, Scope 1 and 2 emissions increased by 9% year-on-year in 2023, demonstrating improved emissions efficiency.
60% Emission Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Target
Aims to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 60% by 2030, marking a significant step toward sustainability goals.
Net Zero by 2045
Comprehensive Climate Goal
A commitment to achieving Net Zero across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2045, reflecting a long-term vision for climate neutrality.
2022 GHG Baselining
Carbon Accounting Start
Established a baseline for greenhouse gas emissions in calendar year 2022, providing a foundation for future reporting and reductions.
- Target: reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 60% by 2030.
- 2023 emissions increased 9% year-on-year despite higher business growth, showing improved emissions efficiency.
- 2024 board objectives: reduce air travel; book low-carbon hotels; improve HSE opportunity management.
- Initiatives in progress or planned: workforce/stakeholder carbon awareness; carbon-expert staff; quantify commuting/home-working Scope 3 emissions via staff surveys; internal environmental challenges; engage suppliers/clients on carbon targets; encourage staff EV adoption via grants.
- Offsetting is only used after exhausting direct reduction and efficiency measures.
- Sustainability Policy commits to efficient resource use, minimising waste, water, and energy, preventing pollution.
- Annual objectives: paper reduction; recycling; energy reduction; water usage reduction.
- Office measures: paperless/cloud-based systems; on-site recycling; reusable bags; cycling/walking/public transport incentives; hybrid pool cars.
- Carbon Reduction Plan aligned to PPN 06/21, GHG Protocol and SECR standards: reported Scope 1, 2 and subset of Scope 3 emissions.
Annual Statement Approved April 2025
Modern Slavery Reporting
The company's modern slavery statement was last reviewed and approved by the Board in April 2025.
Comprehensive Annual Training
Employee Education
All employees receive comprehensive modern slavery training on an annual basis, with content refreshed yearly.
- Zero‑tolerance approach to modern slavery and human trafficking, across operations and supply chains.
- Modern Slavery KPI tracking: number of audits/spot checks; supplier compliance rates; employee training completion; incident reporting and resolution.
- Supplier due diligence includes requiring evidence of commitment to anti‑slavery policies; audits, spot checks and contractual clauses in place.
- Whistle‑blowing mechanism for confidential reporting of modern slavery concerns.
- Engagement with industry groups (e.g., GLAA Construction Protocol, Supply Chain Sustainability School) on ethical labour practices.
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