Digitalisation Project Leader (12 Month FTC)

Our client is a leading manufacturer of innovative construction products and is looking for an Interim Digitalisation Project Leader to join their team on a 12-month contract!

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, delivery and successful implementation of digitalisation projects across the business.
• Develop project plans, manage timelines, budgets, risks and stakeholder expectations to ensure successful project delivery.
• Drive business transformation initiatives that improve operational efficiency, visibility, compliance and process control.
• Identify opportunities to replace manual processes with efficient digital workflows and automated solutions.
• Improve process visibility, data accuracy, reporting capabilities and operational controls.
• Support the implementation of automation and real-time data management solutions.
• Promote consistency and standardisation across business processes.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior leadership on performance, risks and outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Technical, Supply Chain and IT teams to deliver successful projects.
• Manage relationships with external consultants, ensuring work is completed to agreed standards and timescales.
• Engage stakeholders across the business to define requirements, overcome challenges and encourage adoption of new systems and processes.
• Provide practical support and guidance throughout project implementation and change initiatives.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and positive change across the organisation.
• Maintain a strong on-site presence across multiple locations, developing a thorough understanding of business processes.
• Build effective working relationships with operational teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Take a hands-on approach to implementing practical digital solutions that deliver measurable business improvements.
• Undertake additional project and business transformation activities as required.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience leading digital transformation or digitalisation projects within a manufacturing, engineering, construction products or similar operational environment.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to deliver multiple projects to time and budget.
• Experience improving business processes through automation, digital workflows and process optimisation.
• Good understanding of IT systems, with experience of Microsoft 365 platforms and Dynamics 365 Business Central being advantageous.
• Knowledge of quality management systems, compliance processes and operational controls.
• Experience using reporting and data analysis tools to support business performance and decision-making.
• Strong Continuous Improvement experience, including process mapping and business optimisation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage colleagues at all levels.
• Highly organised, proactive and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Practical, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Resilient, adaptable and committed to driving positive change across the business while demonstrating strong teamwork and company values.

Working Hours and Benefits:

• Monday to Friday: 8am to 5pm.
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Birthday off.
• Private medical insurance.
• Quarterly bonus scheme.
• Pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work and EV salary sacrifice schemes.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and on-site parking.