Job Description

I am currently looking for a Delivery Manager to work onsite in Gloucestershire for a Defence company on a contract running until end of March 2027.

** Role will require working onsite 5 days a week and suitable candidates must hold current UKIC DV Clearance **

* Location: 5 days per week onsite

* Duration: Through to the 31/03/2027

* Day Rate: £580 - £600 per day

* Clearance: Candidates must hold a current UKIC DV

* IR35: Inside

Areas of Responsibility:

The Delivery Manager will be responsible for deliverables for an infrastructure platforms team of 20 + made up of the company, Authority and Military personnel.

Scope of Work:

* Team Coordination: Assist in setting up and managing multiple workstreams, ensuring tasks are clearly defined and dependencies are tracked.

* Timeline Management: Monitor project timelines, flag risks early, and help teams stay on schedule through proactive follow-ups.

* Progress Tracking: Maintain accurate status reports and dashboards, highlighting milestones, blockers, and resource needs.

* Stakeholder Communication: Support the Service Delivery Manager in preparing concise updates for leadership and stakeholders.

* Issue Resolution: Act as a point of contact for operational challenges, helping to remove blockers and escalate issues promptly.

* Resource Support: Work with the SDM to help allocate team resources effectively across workstreams, balancing priorities and capacity.

* Process Alignment: Ensure delivery activities align with agreed organisational objectives.

* Hands-On Support: Engage directly with teams to clarify tasks, resolve day-to-day queries, and maintain momentum on deliverables.

* Skills and Experience: Experience in a similar role

* Knowledge of government (HS working experience)

* Tech and networks understanding (desirable)