At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage key workstreams for local government reorganisation in Lincolnshire.
- Company: Join a dynamic team driving significant change in local governance.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible working arrangements, and impactful project involvement.
- Other info: Immediate start for a 6-month interim contract with potential for future opportunities.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of shaping a new authority and making a real difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in programme delivery within local government and strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Lincolnshire is entering a critical phase of local government reorganisation, and we are supporting the delivery of the change programme that will shape the new authority. We are looking for an experienced interim Programme Manager to drive momentum across key workstreams and keep delivery on track through to vesting.
Role Responsibilities:
- Lead delivery of one or more LGR workstreams, managing plans, dependencies, risks and milestones
- Drive day-one readiness activity across services, systems and people
- Work closely with senior officers, elected members and programme leadership to maintain pace and alignment
- Manage the target operating model (TOM) design and implementation within your area
- Provide clear, board-level reporting through the PMO and escalate blockers early
What We Are Looking For:
- Proven programme/project delivery within local government, ideally on LGR, transformation or large-scale change
- Strong grasp of shadow authority and vesting day requirements
- Confident stakeholder management up to CEO/s151/Monitoring Officer level
- MSP and/or PRINCE2 desirable; PMO and workstream leadership experience essential
- Available at short notice for a 6-month engagement
We think you need these skills to ace LGR Project Manager in Lincolnshire
Programme Management
Project Delivery
Local Government Experience
Change Management
Stakeholder Management
Target Operating Model (TOM) Design
Board-Level Reporting
