Programme Delivery Manager - Public Sector
We are supporting a major consultancy delivering work on a large-scale government transformation programme. They are looking for an experienced Programme Delivery Manager to lead delivery across a complex workstream and act as the key interface between technical teams and senior client stakeholders.
This role sits at the heart of programme delivery, working with a team of around 20 developers while managing expectations and outcomes with the end client. The successful candidate will be confident operating in high-pressure environments, capable of pushing back constructively when needed, and able to guide stakeholders towards the right delivery outcomes.
The Role
You will take ownership of delivery across a key workstream within a major government programme, ensuring technical teams are aligned, delivery remains on track, and stakeholder expectations are managed effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Lead delivery across a team of approximately 20 developers within a wider government programme
Act as the primary interface between the consultancy and senior client stakeholders
Drive delivery planning, prioritisation and execution across multiple workstreams
Provide clear direction to engineering teams while ensuring delivery remains aligned with programme goals
Manage challenging stakeholder relationships and push back constructively where required
Provide recommendations and guidance to the client on delivery strategy and programme direction
Ensure delivery risks, dependencies and blockers are identified and managed effectively
Essential
Strong experience as a Delivery Manager, Programme Manager, or Programme Delivery Manager within large technology programmes
Experience working within government or public sector environments
Proven ability to manage large engineering teams and complex delivery environments
Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to challenge and push back constructively
Experience operating in high-pressure programmes with multiple stakeholders
Desirable
Experience working within large consultancies or multi-supplier environments
Familiarity with government transformation programmes
Experience managing delivery within large scale digital or technology programmes
The Details
Contract role
Inside IR35
Competitive day rate
Remote with occasional travel for key meetings
If you're a senior delivery professional who thrives in complex environments and can confidently manage both engineering teams and demanding stakeholders, we'd love to hear from you.
