Lead Project Manager

Posted 12 hours 59 minutes ago by Harvey Nash Group

Permanent
Not Specified
I.T. & Communications Jobs
Tyne And Wear, Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom, NE125
Job Description

Travel Requirements: You must be able to attend the office in either Newcastle, Leeds or Manchester 3 days per week
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We're hiring a Lead Digital Project Manager to support the delivery of a strategic data transformation programme for a public sector end client. You'll oversee multiple digital projects focused on improving data services such as OKRs, data quality, sharing and maturity assessments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of digital projects using Agile, Waterfall or hybrid methods.
  • Collaborate with service leads and stakeholders to align delivery with strategic goals.
  • Manage risks, issues and dependencies across a complex portfolio.
  • Ensure timely, high-quality delivery and continuous improvement.
Skills & Experience
  • Strong background in digital project management within complex environments.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • Experience in data governance or transformation programmes is a plus.
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving strategic outcomes.
Essential Experience Required for this role
  • You must have previous experience with GDS
  • You must have previous experience in the public sector

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply now!