Physical Security Project Manager (OT / CNI) in London

The Physical Security Project Manager will work closely with the Programme Manager and Head of Corporate & Physical Risk on the DD&T Separation programme and its security projects, to transition the multiple physical security work streams to achieve their deliverables, goals and outcomes and provide vital project management skills and insights.

As project manager, you will work closely with physical security teams, wider business, 3rd‐party suppliers and government services and programme stakeholders to understand their business, services and technology requirements and their processes and procedures, acting as an interface between the business, the Programme and the multiple Physical Security work streams – Access Control, SCC, Threat Intelligence, Reporting, Maintenance, etc.

Management of relationships with the business/programme is key to delivering our transitioned Physical Security Infrastructure strategy. Whether it be implementing new solutions, driving operational effectiveness and efficiency, leading the Procurement deliverables, or providing guidance to further enhance our transition deliverables, the project manager provides day‐to‐day management and control, builds stakeholder relationships and enables the Programme and security organisation to deliver maximum value.

The role will be the management of the separation and transition of physical security products and services from a centralised function to the new organisation. You will be responsible for aligning multiple teams across the business to identify requirements, forecast resources and plan and meet milestones. Ensuring the design and implementation of agreed technology solutions, enduring platforms, mapped processes and operational procedures, and physical infrastructure and support agreements. Also driving and managing the Procurement process from RFP through to contract award.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead projects from requirements definition through closure: determine scope, schedule, and project implementation plan, including risk mitigation activities.
• Drive deliverables to closure while maintaining trust and respect from project stakeholders.
• Manage 3rd‐party vendors to complete project deliverables, as necessary.
• Compile and present data‐driven reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Participate in formal project stage‐gate reviews and financial tracking activities.
• Drive and manage the Procurement processes from RFP to Contract award.

Experience, Qualifications & Capabilities

• Multiple projects experience in a Physical Security role, including experience in IT Infrastructure and business system analysis.
• Prior Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) or utilities industry experience an advantage but not essential.
• IT‐based higher education an advantage but not essential.
• IT and/or security certifications an advantage but not essential.
• Strong project management experience.
• Exceptional leadership, time management, facilitation, and organisational skills.
• Strong presentation, analytical, and problem‐solving skills.
• Experience managing projects in both Waterfall and Agile environments.
• Ability to excel in a high‐paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and execute independently with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with virtual teams to solve business challenges.

Highly Preferred

• A working knowledge of physical security technology and operations.
• Experience working in a fast‐paced divestment.
• SC held.

This role may be subject to National Security Vetting (NSV) in addition to our standard background checks. National Security Vetting requires that you meet the Minimum Residency Criteria (MRC). You must have lived continuously in the United Kingdom for the required period of time, which in this case is 5 years.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer.