Job Title: Programme Manager – Signalling Transformation (Outside IR35)
Location: Chippenham (Hybrid/Flexible Options Available)
Contract Length: 6 Months (Potential for Extension)

Description:

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We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager with a proven track record in delivering large-scale, complex change initiatives to drive a critical business transformation programme. This role requires a leader who can navigate legacy system decommissioning, modern IT operating models, and multi-stakeholder environments to deliver tangible outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme Leadership: Own end-to-end delivery of this multi-million-pound transformation, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Legacy Decommissioning: Lead the phased transition from outdated signalling systems to modern, scalable solutions.
• Stakeholder & Governance: Manage complex interfaces with Network Rail, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring robust governance.
• IT Operating Model Implementation: Drive outsourcing strategies and IT service transitions, optimising cost and performance.
• Risk & Benefits Management: Proactively mitigate risks while tracking tangible benefits for rail operations and passengers.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven background in multi-million-pound programme delivery (preferably in rail/transport or critical infrastructure).
• Strong expertise in IT model implementation with outsourcing/partner ecosystem management.
• Experience decommissioning legacy estates (signalling, rail systems, or analogous IT environments).
• Exceptional stakeholder management – adept at navigating public sector and corporate landscapes.

• Governance & Controls: Familiarity with GRIP, PRINCE2, or MSP methodologies is hi

For more information about the scope of the project, and what to expect please contact Marcus Cheung – <phone number removed>

For a confidential chat about the role or take home rate, please call ( <phone number removed> or email m a r c u s . c h e u n g @ v i t a l . U K . c o m

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