Digital Programme Lead in Barrow in Furness

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Senior Associate Director - Digital Programme Lead to drive digital strategy and delivery across large-scale infrastructure programmes. This role ensures that digital technologies, data-driven solutions, and innovative practices are embedded throughout the project lifecycle of client programmes and internal initiatives to improve efficiency and deliver outcomes in alignment with strategic goals. The role requires strong strategic leadership, collaboration, and technical expertise to ensure programmes deliver measurable benefits aligned with digital transformation requirements and industry standards.

As a lead, this role will be responsible for growing and developing the digital programme capability within their designated area through the following responsibilities:

• Programme Leadership
  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of digital programmes, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and budget.
  • Define programme objectives, success criteria, and measurable outcomes aligned with organisational strategy.
  • Manage risks, dependencies, and interdependencies across multiple projects.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Collaborate with senior leaders, project teams, and external partners to ensure alignment and buy-in.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for programme updates, providing clear communication and reporting to stakeholders.
  • Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements and feedback.
• Team Management
  • Provide leadership and direction to project managers and cross-functional teams.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Support team development through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Strategic Planning and Delivery
  • Develop and maintain programme plans, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities.
  • Monitor progress, track KPIs, and ensure delivery of agreed benefits.
  • Identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies to enhance programme outcomes.
• Governance and Compliance
  • Ensure programmes adhere to governance frameworks, policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, including risk registers, issue logs, and change control records.
  • Conduct post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned and inform future initiatives.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in leading large-scale digital transformation programmes.
• Experience of devising and managing project/programme budgets in excess of a million pounds.
• Strong knowledge of programme and project management methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Technical understanding of digital platforms, systems, and emerging technologies.
• Experience in MOD, Construction, Nuclear, transport and Public Sector industries.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Collaborative and empathetic leader who inspires and motivates teams.
• Adaptable and resilient in the face of challenges.

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

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