12-month contract

Based in Gaydon (Hybrid working)

36 per hour (Inside IR35)

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Gaydon, who are looking for a Demand & Portfolio Coordinator to join the team.

Job Description

As Demand & Portfolio Coordinator, your main responsibilities will include:

• Support the capture, validation, and assessment of digital demand submissions.
• Contribute to governance forums and demand syncs.
• Support visibility of the digital portfolio.
• Act as a reliable partner between demand requestors and delivery teams.
• Contribute to refining demand and portfolio processes, driving efficiency and consistency.

Qualifications/Skills needed

• Good understanding of digital ecosystems and technical landscapes
• Ability to recognise digital complexity and highlight potential delivery risks.
• Experience supporting portfolio or PMO processes in large, complex organisations.
• Familiarity with Agile delivery practices and ways of working.
• Professional PMO qualification (e.g., PRINCE2 , MSP , P3O ) desirable.

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

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Plymouth
Permanent

A leading contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee a major £20m + project in Plymouth. This is a key site-based role, managing the delivery of a high-profile scheme and leading a full site team, with extensive client liaison and reporting.
As The Project Lead, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and successful delivery of the project, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, and to the highest standards of quality. You will be the main point of contact for the client and play a crucial role in developing strong working relationships, whist delivering this landmark scheme within programme and budget,

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the overall delivery of a £20m + construction project

* Manage site teams, subcontractors, and all on site staff

* Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes using Asta Powerproject

* Chair progress meetings and liaise with clients and consultants

* Oversee quality, safety, and compliance across the project

* Monitor project progress, risks, and financial performance

* Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, and site controls

About You

* Strong background in main contracting and modern construction methods

* Proven experience delivering large-scale projects (£10m+)

* Excellent client liaison and communication skills

* Confident in programming and planning

* Excellent IT skills

* Able to lead, motivate, and coordinate site teams

* Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving abilities

Qualifications

* Relevant construction/engineering qualifications desirable

* SMSTS

* CSCS black or white card preferred

* First Aid at Work

What’s on Offer

* Long-term contract opportunity on a flagship project

* Chance to lead a major scheme with a respected contractor

* Salary up to £80,000 + package, car/allowance, green car scheme, private healthcare and pension.

Interested?
Please follow the instructions below to apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Jo on (phone number removed). Sphere Solutions are a market-leading recruitment specialist within the built environment across the South West & Wales.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:
As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background

Job Specification

Delivery Team Support Lead in the Security as a Service Team

HMS Excellent is home to the Naval Headquarters and front-line training units. Based on Whale Island in Portsmouth Harbour, it successfully blends heritage and history with a modern and progressive outlook. HMS Excellent is a unique shore establishment with its roots in more than 100 years of naval history.

Navy Digital is required to deliver and sustain digital and information security services that enable the secure operation of Information Communication Technology (ICT) equipment, services, and applications. In order for Navy Digital to achieve this goal in an agile and effective manner, a central security service must be established. This service will establish a single coherent approach to Navy Digital’s requirements to prevent duplication and improve efficiency.

This Outcome is for the provision of Security as a Service across a full spectrum of programmes and projects delivering digital outcomes that enable current and future information-based capabilities supporting Navy Command Information, MoD and HMG defence and national security outputs.

Tasking

• Provide a central focal point and function for managing all existing and new and emerging security elements across both fixed and deployed RN capability, including:
  • The prioritisation of existing and new security requirements against RN top-level objectives and outputs.
  • The allocation of SQEP from a central security as a service function to Navy Digital projects and programmes of work to draw upon.
  • The management of resource against demand for the service within the RN.
• Provide central oversight and co-ordinate planning for all through-life security activity across Navy Digital delivery and programmes of work.
• The development of accreditation and assurance strategies against complex security requirements within the maritime environment and across the Defence Lines of Development (DLODs).
• The production of key Information Assurancedeliverables to meet the needs of Navy Digital customers, as well as keyMoD and RN stakeholders, including:
  • High and low-level security requirements.
  • Risk Management & Accreditation Document Set (RMADS).
  • Legal and regulatory artefacts applicable to the MoD e.g., Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIA).
  • Risk Balance and Security Cases.
• The provision of security support enables the rapid development and delivery of Navy Digital software and hardware in an agile manner, whilst satisfying mandatory security requirements.
• Provide a consistent and coherent means of identifying, reporting, and escalating cyber risk across Navy Digital and the RN.
• Provide an interface between Navy Digital projects and MoD Information Assurance stakeholders e.g., Cyber Defence and Risk Accreditor.
• The ability to adapt and respond to future changes in security requirements and approaches towards Information Assurance.
• Providing knowledge and experience to assist Navy Digital to implement working-level technical, physical, and procedural security controls in accordance with MOD policy and local operating environments i.e., UK fixed locations responsible for hosting Navy Digital capability.

Person Specification

To be considered for this role you will have the following:

Desirable Skills

• MOD security clearance or be content to undergo Security Clearance to SC level.
• Experience within security assurance and/or cyber risk
• Knowledge of industry standards and cyber security/risk
• Background knowledge of either naval or maritime would be advantageous
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to follow laid down process
• Computer literate and good knowledge of Microsoft applications.

Role specifics

• Start date - ASAP
• End date - 31st July 2028
• Rate - dependent on experience and interview
• Base Location - Portsmouth

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Assistant Project Manager (APM) / NEC3 Supervisor

Location: Plymouth
Security Requirement: UK National with valid SC Clearance (or eligible to obtain)

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager / NEC3 Supervisor to support the successful delivery of a major capital infrastructure project within a highly regulated, nuclear safeguarding environment.

This is a pivotal role supporting the Project Manager in driving performance across programme, cost, quality, safety, and contract administration. You will work within a collaborative and high-performing team, engaging with senior stakeholders and ensuring construction activities are delivered to the highest standards of compliance, quality, and safety.

The successful candidate will be delivery-focused, commercially aware, and confident operating within an NEC3/4 contractual framework.

Key Responsibilities

Assistant Project Manager (APM) Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in the management and administration of NEC contracts.
• Assist in controlling project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Contribute to project assurance and gateway reviews at key stages, evaluating progress, compliance, and delivery confidence.
• Ensure compliance with agreed client processes, operating procedures, and key infrastructure governance.
• Monitor performance of technical support providers and supply chain partners against contractual obligations.
• Maintain strong and productive relationships with contractors and stakeholders.
• Review and critique cost and duration estimates, identifying critical dates and potential risks.
• Monitor financial performance and prepare reports in line with organisational requirements.
• Apply cost metrics to identify trends and update forecasts of final costs.
• Review and assess proposed changes, determining their high-level impact and requesting further clarification where required.
• Support optioneering activities and risk management processes.
• Capture, track and communicate lessons learned throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support tracking and reporting of Quality KPIs and performance statistics.
• Liaise with site-based personnel and key stakeholders to ensure efficient project delivery.

NEC3 Supervisor Responsibilities

• Act in accordance with the NEC3 ECC contract, operating in a spirit of mutual trust and cooperation.
• Conduct inspections and testing of the Works to ensure compliance with the Scope.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), or nominate a suitable representative.
• Issue and communicate contract documents as required (ECI, ECC and Short Form).
• Notify Defects and manage defect searches through to Completion and Defects Date.
• Mark Equipment, Plant and Materials outside the working area for payment purposes.
• Advise the Project Manager of concerns relating to contractor performance or workmanship.
• Maintain accurate site records to support commercial and contractual requirements (e.g., daily diaries).
• Manage site-based records and document control processes.
• Monitor contractor Health & Safety performance on site.
• Attend safety meetings in accordance with the project HSE management plan.
• Review and comment on Contractor Test & Commissioning documentation.
• Manage commissioning team workload and outputs.
• Prepare statistical quality performance reports.
• Assist contractors in navigating site permit systems.
• Ensure contractor training and certification records are properly submitted and controlled.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong working knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts (particularly ECC).
• Proven experience as an NEC Supervisor on large civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Experience working within regulated environments (nuclear experience desirable).
• Good understanding of CDM Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.
• Strong financial and commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High attention to detail with strong documentation and reporting capability.
• Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused approach.
• Ability to deliver at pace and adapt to evolving project requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile infrastructure programme in Plymouth, contributing to the safe and successful delivery of a complex and regulated project.

Job Specification

Delivery Team Support Lead in the Security as a Service Team

HMS Excellent is home to the Naval Headquarters and front-line training units. Based on Whale Island in Portsmouth Harbour, it successfully blends heritage and history with a modern and progressive outlook. HMS Excellent is a unique shore establishment with its roots in more than 100 years of naval history.

Navy Digital is required to deliver and sustain digital and information security services that enable the secure operation of Information Communication Technology (ICT) equipment, services, and applications. In order for Navy Digital to achieve this goal in an agile and effective manner, a central security service must be established. This service will establish a single coherent approach to Navy Digital’s requirements to prevent duplication and improve efficiency.

This Outcome is for the provision of Security as a Service across a full spectrum of programmes and projects delivering digital outcomes that enable current and future information-based capabilities supporting Navy Command Information, MoD and HMG defence and national security outputs.

Tasking

• Provide a central focal point and function for managing all existing and new and emerging security elements across both fixed and deployed RN capability, including:
  • The prioritisation of existing and new security requirements against RN top-level objectives and outputs.
  • The allocation of SQEP from a central security as a service function to Navy Digital projects and programmes of work to draw upon.
  • The management of resource against demand for the service within the RN.
• Provide central oversight and co-ordinate planning for all through-life security activity across Navy Digital delivery and programmes of work.
• The development of accreditation and assurance strategies against complex security requirements within the maritime environment and across the Defence Lines of Development (DLODs).
• The production of key Information Assurancedeliverables to meet the needs of Navy Digital customers, as well as keyMoD and RN stakeholders, including:
  • High and low-level security requirements.
  • Risk Management & Accreditation Document Set (RMADS).
  • Legal and regulatory artefacts applicable to the MoD e.g., Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIA).
  • Risk Balance and Security Cases.
• The provision of security support enables the rapid development and delivery of Navy Digital software and hardware in an agile manner, whilst satisfying mandatory security requirements.
• Provide a consistent and coherent means of identifying, reporting, and escalating cyber risk across Navy Digital and the RN.
• Provide an interface between Navy Digital projects and MoD Information Assurance stakeholders e.g., Cyber Defence and Risk Accreditor.
• The ability to adapt and respond to future changes in security requirements and approaches towards Information Assurance.
• Providing knowledge and experience to assist Navy Digital to implement working-level technical, physical, and procedural security controls in accordance with MOD policy and local operating environments i.e., UK fixed locations responsible for hosting Navy Digital capability.

Person Specification

To be considered for this role you will have the following:

Desirable Skills

• MOD security clearance or be content to undergo Security Clearance to SC level.
• Experience within security assurance and/or cyber risk
• Knowledge of industry standards and cyber security/risk
• Background knowledge of either naval or maritime would be advantageous
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to follow laid down process
• Computer literate and good knowledge of Microsoft applications.

Role specifics

• Start date - ASAP
• End date - 31st July 2028
• Rate - dependent on experience and interview
• Base Location - Portsmouth

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

SPEN are looking for a SAP Project Manager to join their Transformation project based in Glasgow.

Role: SAP Asset Management Project Manager
Business: Scottish Power Energy Networks
Location: Glasgow/hybrid style working
Duration: 12 month initial contract with renewal in line with the project
Rate: Inside IR35, Umbrella and PAYE options available

Job Purpose Statement

As the Senior Project Manager within Network Planning & Regulation (NP&R) your primary responsibility is to lead and manage the delivery of the core SAP Readiness projects within NP&R, ensuring they meet strategic objectives, timelines, and budgetary constraints, and to act as the primary liaison between NP&R and the SAP Programme.

You will lead a cross-functional teams to define and deliver the SAP Readiness projects with the support of SAP Application Managers, engage with NP&R stakeholders and the SAP Programme Management team to drive the successful deployment of SAP solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and support business and strategic initiatives.

Accountability Statements

Project Delivery

• Timeliness: Ensure that SAP projects are delivered on schedule, meeting all critical milestones and deadlines.
• Quality Assurance: Guarantee the quality of project deliverables, ensuring they meet both business requirements and technical standards.
• Programme Interface: Represent NP&R as the designated point of responsibility within the SAP Programme, facilitating communication and decision-making between the programme and the business.

Strategic Alignment

• Business Objectives: Ensure that business strategic goals are considered in SAP Programme initiatives.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Maintain alignment with key stakeholders, managing expectations and ensuring their needs and objectives are met.

Risk Management

• Risk Identification and Mitigation: Proactively identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address them.
• Issue Resolution: Manage and resolve issues that arise during the project lifecycle, ensuring minimal impact on project progress.

Team Leadership

• Task Management: Lead and manage the NP&R project team’s tasks, ensuring effective collaboration, motivation, and performance.
• Programme Management: Support the SAP Programme Managers to collaborate across all programme workstreams where NP&R consultation is required.

Communication

• Status Reporting: Provide regular updates on project status, including progress, risks, and issues, to senior management and stakeholders within NP&R and to SAP Programme Management.
• Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate clear and effective communication between project teams and stakeholders.

Change Management

• Change Control: Manage changes to project scope, ensuring they are documented, approved, and communicated effectively.
• Organisational Readiness: Ensure that NP&R colleagues are prepared for changes brought by SAP implementations, including training and support for end-users.

Compliance and Standards

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that SAP projects comply with relevant industry regulations and standards.
• Adherence to Best Practices: Ensure projects follow best practices and methodologies, maintaining a high standard of delivery.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Required:

Project Management:

• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong planning, scheduling, and resource management skills.
• Risk management and mitigation strategies.

Technical Proficiency:

• Knowledge of SAP modules (e.g., SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, SAP BW).
• Knowledge of SAP implementation and integration processes.

Leadership:

• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Decision-making and critical thinking skills.
• Change management expertise.

Communication:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Analytical Skills:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

Business Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Asset Management systems, processes, and best practices.
• Knowledge of industry-specific processes and requirements.

Stakeholder Management:

• Experience in managing relationships with key stakeholders, including senior management, business users.

Minimum Criteria (mandatory)

Entry Qualification:

• HND or Degree level qualification
• Recognised Project/Programme Management qualification
• Recognised Change Management qualification

Specific:

• Agile tooling (Jira) / Agile & DevOps

Entry Experience:

• Experience of IT systems portfolio delivery.
• Exposure to budget management greater than £1m.
• Management of multi-disciplined teams up to ten people.
• Has experience of Agile Delivery Methodology.
• Experience working on SAP implementation or upgrade projects, even in supporting roles, is essential.

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager Events and Security to join the team. Location: Remote with occasional travel to offices and sites in Stirling, Edinburgh or Inverness Salary: Grade 5 - £50,386 - £57,668 per annumhiring Job Type/Hours: 24 Month FTC contract 35 hours per week About The Company: Our client is a national organisation with responsibility for safeguarding and promoting British history. They operate a portfolio of 300 culturally significant sites while also leading on conservation of the environment, research and education that help people connect with the past. Senior Project Manager The Role: Our client is seeking a proactive and organised project manager to join their team in a role that supports strategic heritage and events within the public historic environment sector. You will contribute to the planning, delivery and ensuring the security of projects and events that help protect, manage and promote historic sites. You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to ensure the publics safety whilst balancing conservation with access and engagement. Senior Project Manager Key Responsibilities: - Support the development, planning and delivery of the security aspects of projects that align with organisational priorities around conservation, research and public engagement - Coordinate and maintain documentation, data or records relevant to the role, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for internal and external stakeholders - Liaise with colleagues, partners and stakeholders across sectors to share information, build relationships, and ensure effective project delivery - Contribute to the preparation of reports, briefings, guidance materials or other communications to support decision-making and stakeholder engagement - Help monitor and evaluate activities or outputs, identifying opportunities for improvement and supporting continuous learning within the team Senior Project Manager You: - Previous professional experience in security management or implementing physical security projects - Proven ability to prepare business cases and manage projects/programmes effectively - Strong leadership and management skills, with excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation abilities - Experience leading or coordinating multi-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes - Previous experience handling multi-site projects - Comfortable working independently and managing broad, self-directed projects - Skilled at prioritising tasks and working efficiently in fast-paced environments - Track record of contributing to service improvement projects and delivering successful business cases Senior Project Manager Benefits: - 28% employer contribution to pension - 25 days annual leave + public holidays - Professional development support - Strong work-life balance with multiple flexible working options - Free entry to all of our clients' sites To submit your CV for this exciting Senior Project Manager opportunity, please click Apply now!

£400 to £580 a day inside IR35

6 Months Contract - London Based 2 days in the office

A top tier consulting firm is looking for an experienced ServiceNow Delivery Manager to join a high profiled client on a contract basis. As a Delivery Lead, you will sit at the heart of the project, bridging the gap between technical excellence and client satisfaction. You will oversee a diverse group of Functional BAs, Architects, and Developers, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Your key focuses will include:

Overseeing daily operations, managing workstreams, and ensuring every deliverable meets our rigorous quality benchmarks.
Proactively identifying potential bottlenecks or project risks, and presenting clear, actionable solutions to senior leadership.
Acting as the primary liaison for internal and client stakeholders, managing expectations with transparency and professional insight.The successful candidate should have the following skills

Deep experience in leading successful ServiceNow implementations and managing complex product backlogs.
Previous experience within the Financial Services industry is highly desirable and will help you hit the ground running.

£400 to £580 a day inside IR35 | 6 Months Contract | London Based 2 days in the office

If you are an experienced Service Now Delivery Manager looking for your next challenging role where you can truly make an impact then this is the perfect opportunity for you. If interested please apply directly to the AD or send CVs to

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Role Title: PMO Manager

Duration: contract to run until 27/11/2026

Location: Sheffield, Hybrid 3 days per week onsite

Rate: up to 407.64 p/d Umbrella inside IR35

Role purpose / summary

PMO manager with experience of Business case support/definition

Background

• C-Suite level facing within the bank, MD level and above, working with this level of stakeholder is essential
• Must be able to demonstrate experience facing off against this level of stakeholder/ Delivery assurance
• Managed a portfolio/background of running small portfolio
• This is a portfolio level engagement, understanding and collating the ask and information is crucial
• Ask the tough questions
• Flag and manage risks issues, blockers/Escalation
• Strong Excel and reporting skills (VB / Macros experience)
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to work at pace
• Able to produce high quality work, the expectations of quality are very high
• Comfortable in an ever changing environment
• Strong Microsoft office skills, excel and powerpoint in particular
• Data Analysis: Strong ability to analyse project data, including performance metrics, financial data, and resource utilization.
• Report Generation: Expertise in creating detailed and high-quality reports that provide insights into project status, performance, and outcomes.
• Dashboard Development: Proficiency in using reporting tools and software to create interactive and visual dashboards for stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at c-suite level, understanding their needs and presenting information in a clear and concise manner.
• Presentation Skills: Skilled in presenting complex data and insights in an easily understandable way, tailored to different audiences. Be able to understand complex data that you are presenting in order to face questions/challenges from C-Suite level stakeholders.
• Documentation: Proficiency in documenting processes, methodologies, and project statuses in a clear and structured format

All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

London (Hybrid)

Overview:
We are looking for an experienced WMS Project Manager to lead the delivery of Warehouse Management System projects across a fast-paced logistics, retail and operations environment. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in WMS implementation, stakeholder management, and end-to-end project delivery within supply chain or warehousing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full lifecycle WMS implementation and upgrade projects.
• Work with operational, technical, and vendor teams to define requirements and project scope.
• Manage project plans, risks, budgets, and timelines.
• Oversee system configuration, testing, integration, and go-live activities.
• Ensure smooth change management, user training, and post-implementation support.
• Drive continuous improvement across warehouse systems and processes.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience delivering WMS projects (e.g., Manhattan, Blue Yonder, SAP EWM, Oracle WMS).
• Strong background in logistics, warehousing, or supply chain technology.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and vendor management skills.
• Solid understanding of integration, testing, and operational readiness.
• PRINCE2, Agile, or similar project delivery methodology experience.