Senior Programme Manager

Senior
Programme Manager
London| £xx.xk - £xx.xk per annum (dependent on skills and
qualifications)
Fulltime |
Hybrid/Office based with limited UK Travel
Competitive pension
scheme – Enhanced maternity/paternity pay – Life assurance – HolidayPlus –
Cycle2work Scheme & more
REQXXXX
We’re at a big turning point at SGN.
The world is changing fast — expectations from customers,
communities, regulators and our stakeholders are rising. Technology is moving
quicker than ever. We need to catch up and then stay ahead if we want to be the
best GDN in the UK. We need to make sure we’re set up for success. We’re
already making great progress with a new CEO and Executive Team, a new COO
function and we’ve just moved from five to nine regions in our Southern
network, creating closer communities for our people. We’ve opened a Business
Services Centre, giving everyone easier access to the services they need,
and we’ve brought in 550 new vans, with hundreds more on the way.
But this is just the beginning. We’re focusing on three
big goals:
Supporting our frontline first
Cutting waste, not corners
Working smarter, together
We’ve already started work on a five-year programme that
will help us achieve our goals, and our journey will continue over the next 3-4
years.
We’re now offering fantastic opportunities
for colleagues to help us on this exciting journey.
The Business Change Delivery Manager is responsible for
coordinating and managing the successful delivery of change initiatives across
the COO function. This role supports directorates in landing change effectively
and sustainably, ensuring alignment with SGN’s transformation objectives and
realisation of business benefits.
We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to
homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line,
plays a key part in this mission. Here’s how you will contribute…
About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced
Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, high-impact projects
that align with our strategic objectives. In this role, you will oversee the
full project lifecycle—from initiation through to implementation and benefits
realisation—managing cross-functional teams, budgets, risks, and stakeholders
to ensure timely and successful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead
the planning, execution, and delivery of medium-to-large-scale projects
across the business.
Develop
and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, timeline, budget,
and resource requirements.
Coordinate
cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effective delivery across
all workstreams.
Monitor
project performance, track milestones, manage risks and issues, and ensure
corrective actions are taken where necessary.
Communicate
regularly with stakeholders at all levels, including executive sponsors,
providing clear, concise, and timely updates.
Ensure
compliance with project governance, controls, and reporting standards.
Drive
continuous improvement in project delivery by sharing best practices,
lessons learned, and contributing to the maturity of the PMO.
Support
change management and business readiness activities to ensure successful
adoption of project outcomes.
What We’re Looking For
Proven
experience (typically 5+ years) managing complex projects in a dynamic,
cross-functional environment.
Strong
knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile,
PMBOK) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet).
Exceptional
leadership, organisational, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Demonstrated
ability to manage risks, budgets, dependencies, and change effectively.
Experience
in delivering both technology and business change projects is highly
desirable.
Relevant
project management certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner,
AgilePM) preferred.
Strong
problem-solving, communication, and decision-making abilities
(Highly
Desirable) Experience with highly complex people change
(Highly
Desirable) Experience working in an operational setting within Utilities
sector
Not sure you
meet every requirement?
Research shows some
people – particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds – may
hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value
diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
If this role interests
you but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you.
You might be just who we’re looking for – now or in the future.
Why SGN?
SGN is a leader in pioneering research and development
toward a net-zero energy system. Our cutting-edge technologies and innovative
thinking are driving change in the gas industry, all while keeping people
safe and warm.
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