SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (CENTRAL GOV)

Position Description.
If you’re looking for a challenge that stretches your talents and want to make a real difference in people’s lives, come and help us support the digital transformation of the UK.
We need a passionate and experienced Senior Project Manager to join us, working with high-profile public sector clients to deliver meaningful change.
From transforming vital public services to improving the way government departments operate, your work will help protect and serve the UK public.
When you start your CGI story, not only will you be improving people’s lives, but you can be sure we’ll do the same for you.
CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine.
We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (% matching) which makes you a CGI partner, not just an employee.
We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector—including our Armed Forces—and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant.
Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts.
We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.
All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) to Security Check (SC) and NPPV3 level.
Your future duties and responsibilities.
As a Senior Project Manager you will lead application management and development projects in complex environments.
You’ll work alongside talented, driven people to improve some of the UK's most impactful public services, tackling problems that affect the most vulnerable citizens.
Key responsibilities will include.
- Developing project proposals, charters, and comprehensive project management plans - Managing project team efforts, timelines and resources effectively - Applying robust change, scope, risk, and expectation management strategies - Reporting and managing project financials - Maintaining transparent communication through regular status updates to the team and client - Leading the development of business requirements documentation - Ensuring adherence to CGI's quality guidelines - Mentoring team members and supporting the development of project management capabilities across the business unit Required qualifications to be successful in this role.
- Formal project management certification(s) (such as; PMP, PRINCE2, CSM, PMI-ACP, Project+, CAPM, SAFe) - Strong interpersonal, verbal, written, facilitation and presentation skills - Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently - Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities - Experience delivering medium to large scale projects in complex environments - Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, Lean - Strong people skills, with the ability to develop and upskill others - Experience working with Central Government, policing or law enforcement highly advantageous #LI-UKA Skills.
Project Management Waterfall Model What you can expect from us.
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging.
Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life.
That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees.
We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value.
You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last.
You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.