At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead IT Digital Transformation projects and ensure smooth delivery across multiple workstreams.
- Company: Join First Bus London, a leader in transport innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts, travel passes, and a cycle to work scheme.
- Other info: Hybrid role with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while enhancing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in IT project management and knowledge of SAP or Workday required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
We're looking for an experienced and proactive IT Programme Manager to join our IT team on a 12-month fixed term contract. In this role you will lead the end-to-end delivery and coordination of a multi-workstream IT Digital Transformation portfolio at First Bus London. This hybrid role will be based at Chiswick head office with three days a week working onsite. You'll work across a broad mix of programmes including Enterprise systems, core IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, Data, AI and automation, Fleet and operational technology and subsidiary brand technology.
What you'll be doing
- You’ll own the day-to-day delivery oversight of our transformation portfolio.
- Building and maintaining the integrated portfolio view, milestones, dependencies, critical path and the RAID log that keeps the leadership team confident in delivery.
- Managing a range of system integrators, infrastructure providers and SaaS partners through to delivery.
- Steering committees, project boards, status reviews and the executive level reporting that keeps our ELT and FirstGroup stakeholders confident.
- Tracking project budgets against approved business cases and supporting benefits realisation.
- Working in matrix across IT service delivery, cybersecurity, data and digital functions.
- Being the single accountable owner when something hits friction and the calm voice.
What we're looking for
- We're after someone who's a natural communicator and thrives in a busy environment.
- Previous experience as an IT Project Manager, Programme Manager or an experienced Programme Analyst.
- Strong working knowledge of SAP and Workday environments.
- Confident managing system integrators, SaaS vendors and infrastructure partners.
- Experienced with integrated plans, RAID, governance, status reporting and budget tracker.
- Familiar with PRINCE2, Agile or hybrid methods.
- Fluent in MS Project, Smartsheet or Jira.
- Previous experience within transport, fleet or logistics (desirable).
Benefits
- We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc.
- Staff Travel Pass.
- Nominee Pass after three months of service.
- Cycle to work scheme.
IT Programme Manager employer: First Group
At First Bus London, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Chiswick head office provides a supportive environment where IT Programme Managers can thrive, with opportunities for professional growth through diverse projects in digital transformation. Enjoy benefits such as a Staff Travel Pass, discounts on high street brands, and a cycle to work scheme, all while contributing to meaningful advancements in transport technology.
