Job Description

Project Manager - Regulated Operations & Transformation

Contract | 12 months | £(Apply online only) per day (Outside IR35)

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of two high-impact programmes within a regulated environment. Reporting into the Programme Lead, you will play a key role in driving regulatory compliance improvements and leading a major operational transformation initiative.

This role requires a hands-on delivery leader who is comfortable operating across complex environments, engaging senior stakeholders, and working under regulatory scrutiny.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Assurance Programme

Lead delivery of a programme focused on strengthening statutory compliance across operational environments

Design and embed robust processes and control frameworks

Ensure full auditability and traceability of compliance activities

Oversee rollout of training, standards, and ways of working

Support migration of operational activities into a central workflow system

Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure delivery meets internal and external expectationsOperational Transformation Programme (Confidential)

Lead mobilisation and early-stage planning of a strategic site rationalisation initiative

Develop and deliver a multi-year roadmap for consolidation and optimisation of operational assets

Oversee relocation of critical operational functions while ensuring business continuity

Support reinvestment and optimisation of existing infrastructure

Manage risks, stakeholder impact, and long-term value delivery

Candidate Profile

Experience

Proven track record delivering complex programmes within regulated environments

Experience working under regulatory oversight and external scrutiny

Strong understanding of operational processes, risk, compliance, and control frameworks

Experience delivering change across operations, systems, and organisational processes

Utilities or infrastructure sector experience is advantageousCapabilities

Strong programme and project leadership skills

Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on in delivery

Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and external bodies

Strong planning, mobilisation, and execution capability

Ability to connect senior leadership with technical teams and SMEs

Ways of Working

Predominantly site-based role (circa 4 days per week)

Flexibility required to support stakeholder engagement and programme delivery

Contract Details

Initial 12-month contract with potential extension

Day rate: £400-£500 per day (Outside IR35)

Immediate focus on delivery of Phase 1 within the first 12 months

Personal Attributes

Delivery-focused with a strong results mindset

Collaborative and able to influence across diverse stakeholder groups

Comfortable operating in complex and evolving environments

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