Head of Programmes Reading, England
Job description
Head of Programmes
Location: Newbury/Reading
Hybrid
£Competitive dep on experience
About the job: Overwatch Aerospace is a modern British UAV business developing innovative products for complex industrial security and defence operations. We rapidly make a difference for our clients and our small team has had unprecedented success with its initial product capability which is deployed in the most challenging environments in the world today.
We are now recruiting into the team that will build the next generation of agile, intelligent and autonomous UAV platforms.
Joining Overwatch will provide you with the opportunity to be a part of a successful business that is still at the start of its growth journey. We will provide you with technical challenges in one of the most compelling UK engineering sectors and offer you the opportunity to see your work directly influence the future of human machine teaming.
Summary:
We are looking for a Head of Programmes to join our dynamic and growing team. You will be responsible for leading and managing a portfolio of complex and strategic projects and programmes, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will also help establish and oversee a Project Management Office (PMO) to provide governance, support and guidance to project and programme managers across the organisation. In addition, you will play a key role in bid management, developing and submitting proposals for new projects and programmes in line with our strategic objectives and client requirements.
As a Head of Programmes, you will:
- Ensure schedule and technical adherence of client delivery, product roadmap and other company projects
- Develop and implement a project and programme management framework, including policies, processes, tools and templates
- Establish and run a PMO to monitor and report on the progress, performance and risks of all projects and programmes
- Ensure compliance with client requirements, regulations, contractual obligations and quality standards
- Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, partners, clients and other stakeholders
To be successful as a Head of Programmes, you will have:
- A degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience
- At least 5 years of experience in project and programme management, preferably in the development or humanitarian sector
- Proven track record of delivering complex and large-scale projects and programmes
- Strong knowledge and skills in project and programme management methodologies, tools and best practices
- Experience in establishing and managing a PMO
- Experience in bid management, proposal writing and donor relations
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing contexts
Disclaimer: Due to the nature of our work applicants will be subject to enhanced checks regards nationality and eligibility for UK Security Clearance.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- Flexitime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Reading: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading
