Project, Delivery and Programme Management

MEL ManagerSalary: up to £60,000 + BenefitsLocation: hybrid - LondonWorking Hours: 40 hours per weekClearance: DV ClearedAn exciting international Communications Agency are looking to bring on a MEL Manager who will lead MEL for the delivery of defence and communication projects.Responsibilities for the MEL Manager:Working closely with the Strategy and Design, Digital, and Research teams to ensure that the programme generates meaningful change on time and within budgetWorking with the project team and client to develop project-level theory of change, and results frameworkDesigning data collection methodologies, conducting analysis and writing reportsTelling a story with project data, both for internal project teams and clientsDeveloping impact narratives for clientsPlanning and managing resources effectivelyManaging any relevant junior research staff and/or subcontractors as necessary to achieve project objectivesEssential Skills for the MEL Manager:Active DV clearanceStrong MEL experienceQuantitative and qualitative backgroundStrong interpersonal skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDesirable Skills for the MEL Manager:Strategic communicationsInternational relationsIf you are interested in this great opportunity as a MEL Manager that will allow you to enhance your skillset whilst working within a growing company, then please apply in the immediate instance.MEL Manager, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning

Senior Project Manager Salary: up to £70,000 + Benefits Location: hybrid - London Working Hours: 40 hours per week Clearance: DV ClearedAn exciting international Communications Agency are looking to bring on a Senior Project Manager who will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of defence and communication projects.Responsibilities for the Senior Project Manager:Ensure the end-to-end delivery of multiple workstreams within the projectOversee the day-to-day management and coordination of project activities, ensuring delivery to the highest standard, on time and within budgetOversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring quality and compliancePlanning, reporting and performance tracking, including quarterly reports and internal reviewsOrganising meetings, managing task workflows, and ensuring smooth communication between a variety of teamsMaintain oversight of project documentation, ensuring all outputs, deliverables, and lessons learned are properly recordedManage internal and partner relationships, ensuring clarity on responsibilities, deliverables, and expectationsEssential Skills for the Senior Project Manager:Active DV clearanceManaged the end-to-end delivery of large projects that consist of multiple workstreamsStrong understanding of project delivery cyclesStrong interpersonal skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDesirable Skills for the Senior Project Manager:Strategic communicationsInternational relationsIf you are interested in this great opportunity as a Senior Project Manager that will allow you to enhance your skillset whilst working within a growing company, then please apply in the immediate instance.Senior Project Manager, Senior PM, Central Gov, Central Government

Project Manager - 6 Months - Outside IR35 - Up to £550 per dayRate: Up to £550 per dayLocation: London (on-site 4 days a week)Duration: 6 Months (Extendable)IR35: OutsideThe role:A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Project Manager (PRINCE2), with strong background in infrastructure delivery and stakeholder management, to lead a global networking/server upgrade programme. The role requires a proven track record of delivering IT infrastructure projects within LAN, server, and networking environments, ensuring effective governance, planning, and delivery.Experience requirements:Proven Project Management experience delivering Networking / Server upgrades and implementation projectsStrong understanding of LAN/WAN, server environments, Active Directory, and networking protocolsProficient in PRINCE2 (Practitioner) - governance, stage planning, risk/issue management, and project documentation (PID, progress reports, lessons learned, etc.)Ability to manage technical teams (network engineers, solution architects) and align delivery with business objectivesSkilled in stakeholder engagement - building trust and managing expectations with customers, technical staff, and senior leadershipDemonstrated ability to manage the full project lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closure) within budget and time constraintsExcellent communication and leadership skills, with ability to translate technical requirements into clear business deliverablesIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Senior Operations Manager - £600pd Outside IR35 - SC ClearedRate: £600 per dayIR35: OutsideLocation: Milton Keynes / some remoteDuration: 6 months (extendable)The role:A leading Central Government Institution are seeking a Senior Operations Manager, with expertise in managing organisational change improving operations in complex Government settingsThis is an initial 6-month contract, Outside IR35 and requires SC ClearanceExperience requirements:Proven experience in strategic leadership roles within public service or similar sectors.Proven experience in operational improvement within data-intensive or regulated environmentsManaged organisational change - from diagnosing problems to designing solutions and embedding them into everyday practiceStrong understanding of organisational strategy, governance, and service delivery.Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills.Ability to think systemically and translate strategic vision into actionable plans.Proven experience managing change in organisationsExperience of delivering of managing dependencies of varying complexity, potentially planning and feeding into overall strategy and serviceWorkforce planning - understanding staffing models, capacity, skills gaps, and succession planning. If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further

Job Title: Senior Planner Rate: £49.95 per hour Inside IR35 Working hours: 37 hours per week Location: Burghfield - onsite Contract Type: 18 months + Ext Start Date: ASAP Clearance: Active DV ClearanceJob Purpose - Senior Planner To support delivery of the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Supporting the Task Manager with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, Earned Value and communications with the programme and business teams. Key Responsibilities - Senior Planner:Creation of the Work breakdown structure, Resource loading, Project level IMS (Integrated Master Schedule), and Project-specific basis of scheduling documents.Input into the month-end process including updating schedule progress. (EV percentage complete), undertaking schedule forecasting, updating milestone status and critical path analysis, and Undertaking schedule performance review including EV variance analysis. (SPI)Providing Planning input to Investment approval and Change Control process, Risk and Opportunity process and Peer reviews.Production of Planning and EV deliverables in accordance with the appropriate procedures and guidelines.Proposing solutions and workarounds to address schedule performance issues.Ensuring understanding of responsibilities and demonstrating appropriate behaviours in line with the Company's environmental, health, safety, security, quality and ethics standards Essential Skills & Experience - Senior Planner:P6 PrimaveraAdaptableStrong stakeholder management at all levelsYou need to understand planning and have experience delivering a project utilising the following: - network logic, float paths, WBS/CBS creation, possibly EVM, resource levelling, monthly update cycle, change control, What-If, fragnets etcGood IT skills, including Excel as a mustIf you are interested in the role of Senior Planner, please apply in the immediate instance. Senior Planner, Project Planner, Senior Project Planner

Job title: Junior Project Manager Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 + Benefits Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne Working Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm Working style: Hybrid Start date: ASAPWe are currently working with a rapidly growing Managed Service Provider / Telecoms provider who are looking to bring in a Junior Project Manager. The Junior Project Manager will be joining a highly supportive organisation that is happy to sponsor certifications such as PRINCE2, Agile or other technical qualifications. The successful Junior Project Manager does not need prior project management experience, as long as they possess strong knowledge and understanding of the telecoms sector and be highly process-driven. The Junior Project Manager will be involved in the end-to-end delivery of Telecoms projects, engage with internal and external stakeholders, carry out procurement, risk management, resource management and quality assurance tasks. Essential skills - Junior Project Manager:A strong desire to pursue a career in Project ManagementExcellent communication skillsProcess drivenPrevious stakeholder and customer engagementAttention to detail Desirable - Junior Project Manager:Proficient in Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook, Word, ExcelProject management tools such as Microsoft Project, Asana or TrelloAny relevant qualifications If you are interested in this is a great opportunity for where you will have the chance to progress your career and gain an abundance of project experience then please apply with your most up to date CV.

Job Title: Ecologist Location: Salisbury (Full time on-site) Contract Type: 3-Month Contract Pay Rate: Up to £527/day (Umbrella) IR35 Status: InsideOverview: Involved Solutions is currently recruiting for a specialist Ecologist to support a central Government agency. The Ecologist role focuses on ensuring legal, environmental and conservation obligations are met, particularly concerning the protection of a nationally significant Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).The role of Ecologist offers a unique opportunity to influence conservation and environmental strategy within a government site, supporting both ecological preservation and operational trial activity.Ecologist - Key Responsibilities:Deliver and manage the Stone Curlew Conservation Project, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements relating to protected species and habitats.Maintain and report on the favourable status of the SSSI, Special Protection Area (SPA), and Special Area of Conservation (SAC),Provide authoritative ecological advice to support operations and infrastructure development, balancing environmental stewardship with strategic objectives.Act as liaison with Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), Natural England, and other regulatory bodies.Maintain and manage conservation datasets using tools such as Recorder 2006; produce and periodically review Business and Ecological Plans.Fulfil Site Manager responsibilities for the Environmental Change Network (ECN) project.Support risk assessment and sustainability appraisals through expert input and robust data analysis.Contribute to internal and external communications on ecological and conservation matters in line with protocols.Ecologist - Essential Skills & Experience:Degree (or equivalent) in Ecology or Environmental Science.Demonstrable knowledge of central government environmental procedures and compliance frameworks.Proven experience managing protected sites (SSSI, SAC, SPA) in line with UK environmental legislation.Comprehensive understanding of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017, and the Environment Act 2021.Practical knowledge of rural estate and conservation land management practices.Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators.Strong written and verbal communication skills; proactive and collaborative approach to project delivery.Ecologist - Desirable:City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Agricultural, Forestry, or Land Management.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.How to Apply: To express interest in this role, please submit your CV.

Scaled Agile Project Manager - £650 per day - ContractDuration: 6 monthsRate: £650 per dayLocation: RemoteIR35: InsideA leading Government institution are seeking a Scaled Agile Project Manager, to undertake an initial 6-month contract role.Key Responsibilities and AccountabilitiesDrive adoption of industry best practice agile delivery, designing and implementing the programme agile delivery structure.Facilitate coordination across all programme Agile teams, ensuring dependencies are identified and managed.Take responsibility of the Programme Backlog, leading it through the Business Design Authority prioritisation.Act as a bridge between stakeholders, Programme Leadership, and Agile teams.Monitor programme progress, resolving challenges, and escalating risks as needed.Ensure milestones, timelines, and deliverables align with organisational priorities.Foster collaboration, accountability, and value-driven outcomesQualifications:Ideally SAFe / Agile PM certifiedExperience of The Government Functional Project Delivery Standard an advantageManagement and delivery of transformation and data integration If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

ServiceNow Project Manager - SC Cleared - ContractIR35: OutsideRate: Up to £465 per dayDuration: 6 monthsLocation: Hybrid / Milton KeynesThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a Senior Project Manager, with extensive experience in planning and delivering medium complexity, ServiceNow platforms.The delivery is centred around delivering an upper tier hosting product with several customer funded delivery projects as dependenciesExperience Requirements:Extensive experience in planning and delivering medium complexity, ServiceNow or other ITSM platformsDemonstrable significant experience of planning, monitoring and controlling projects using PRINCE2, APM or other PM related methodologiesSignificant experience in managing project budgets from a supplier perspectiveProven track record of successfully delivering multiple simultaneous projects within agreed timescales and budgetsA Customer centric approach with demonstrable ability to manage and influence customer's and key stakeholders expectationsIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss further

MEL ManagerSalary: up to £60,000 + BenefitsLocation: hybrid - LondonWorking Hours: 40 hours per weekClearance: DV ClearedAn exciting international Communications Agency are looking to bring on a MEL Manager who will lead MEL for the delivery of defence and communication projects.Responsibilities for the MEL Manager:Working closely with the Strategy and Design, Digital, and Research teams to ensure that the programme generates meaningful change on time and within budgetWorking with the project team and client to develop project-level theory of change, and results frameworkDesigning data collection methodologies, conducting analysis and writing reportsTelling a story with project data, both for internal project teams and clientsDeveloping impact narratives for clientsPlanning and managing resources effectivelyManaging any relevant junior research staff and/or subcontractors as necessary to achieve project objectivesEssential Skills for the MEL Manager:Active DV clearanceStrong MEL experienceQuantitative and qualitative backgroundStrong interpersonal skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDesirable Skills for the MEL Manager:Strategic communicationsInternational relationsIf you are interested in this great opportunity as a MEL Manager that will allow you to enhance your skillset whilst working within a growing company, then please apply in the immediate instance.MEL Manager, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning

Senior Project Manager Salary: up to £70,000 + Benefits Location: hybrid - London Working Hours: 40 hours per week Clearance: DV ClearedAn exciting international Communications Agency are looking to bring on a Senior Project Manager who will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of defence and communication projects.Responsibilities for the Senior Project Manager:Ensure the end-to-end delivery of multiple workstreams within the projectOversee the day-to-day management and coordination of project activities, ensuring delivery to the highest standard, on time and within budgetOversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring quality and compliancePlanning, reporting and performance tracking, including quarterly reports and internal reviewsOrganising meetings, managing task workflows, and ensuring smooth communication between a variety of teamsMaintain oversight of project documentation, ensuring all outputs, deliverables, and lessons learned are properly recordedManage internal and partner relationships, ensuring clarity on responsibilities, deliverables, and expectationsEssential Skills for the Senior Project Manager:Active DV clearanceManaged the end-to-end delivery of large projects that consist of multiple workstreamsStrong understanding of project delivery cyclesStrong interpersonal skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDesirable Skills for the Senior Project Manager:Strategic communicationsInternational relationsIf you are interested in this great opportunity as a Senior Project Manager that will allow you to enhance your skillset whilst working within a growing company, then please apply in the immediate instance.Senior Project Manager, Senior PM, Central Gov, Central Government

Project Manager - 6 Months - Outside IR35 - Up to £550 per dayRate: Up to £550 per dayLocation: London (on-site 4 days a week)Duration: 6 Months (Extendable)IR35: OutsideThe role:A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Project Manager (PRINCE2), with strong background in infrastructure delivery and stakeholder management, to lead a global networking/server upgrade programme. The role requires a proven track record of delivering IT infrastructure projects within LAN, server, and networking environments, ensuring effective governance, planning, and delivery.Experience requirements:Proven Project Management experience delivering Networking / Server upgrades and implementation projectsStrong understanding of LAN/WAN, server environments, Active Directory, and networking protocolsProficient in PRINCE2 (Practitioner) - governance, stage planning, risk/issue management, and project documentation (PID, progress reports, lessons learned, etc.)Ability to manage technical teams (network engineers, solution architects) and align delivery with business objectivesSkilled in stakeholder engagement - building trust and managing expectations with customers, technical staff, and senior leadershipDemonstrated ability to manage the full project lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closure) within budget and time constraintsExcellent communication and leadership skills, with ability to translate technical requirements into clear business deliverablesIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Senior Operations Manager - £600pd Outside IR35 - SC ClearedRate: £600 per dayIR35: OutsideLocation: Milton Keynes / some remoteDuration: 6 months (extendable)The role:A leading Central Government Institution are seeking a Senior Operations Manager, with expertise in managing organisational change improving operations in complex Government settingsThis is an initial 6-month contract, Outside IR35 and requires SC ClearanceExperience requirements:Proven experience in strategic leadership roles within public service or similar sectors.Proven experience in operational improvement within data-intensive or regulated environmentsManaged organisational change - from diagnosing problems to designing solutions and embedding them into everyday practiceStrong understanding of organisational strategy, governance, and service delivery.Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills.Ability to think systemically and translate strategic vision into actionable plans.Proven experience managing change in organisationsExperience of delivering of managing dependencies of varying complexity, potentially planning and feeding into overall strategy and serviceWorkforce planning - understanding staffing models, capacity, skills gaps, and succession planning. If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further

Job Title: Senior Planner Rate: £49.95 per hour Inside IR35 Working hours: 37 hours per week Location: Burghfield - onsite Contract Type: 18 months + Ext Start Date: ASAP Clearance: Active DV ClearanceJob Purpose - Senior Planner To support delivery of the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Supporting the Task Manager with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, Earned Value and communications with the programme and business teams. Key Responsibilities - Senior Planner:Creation of the Work breakdown structure, Resource loading, Project level IMS (Integrated Master Schedule), and Project-specific basis of scheduling documents.Input into the month-end process including updating schedule progress. (EV percentage complete), undertaking schedule forecasting, updating milestone status and critical path analysis, and Undertaking schedule performance review including EV variance analysis. (SPI)Providing Planning input to Investment approval and Change Control process, Risk and Opportunity process and Peer reviews.Production of Planning and EV deliverables in accordance with the appropriate procedures and guidelines.Proposing solutions and workarounds to address schedule performance issues.Ensuring understanding of responsibilities and demonstrating appropriate behaviours in line with the Company's environmental, health, safety, security, quality and ethics standards Essential Skills & Experience - Senior Planner:P6 PrimaveraAdaptableStrong stakeholder management at all levelsYou need to understand planning and have experience delivering a project utilising the following: - network logic, float paths, WBS/CBS creation, possibly EVM, resource levelling, monthly update cycle, change control, What-If, fragnets etcGood IT skills, including Excel as a mustIf you are interested in the role of Senior Planner, please apply in the immediate instance. Senior Planner, Project Planner, Senior Project Planner

Job title: Junior Project Manager Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 + Benefits Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne Working Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm Working style: Hybrid Start date: ASAPWe are currently working with a rapidly growing Managed Service Provider / Telecoms provider who are looking to bring in a Junior Project Manager. The Junior Project Manager will be joining a highly supportive organisation that is happy to sponsor certifications such as PRINCE2, Agile or other technical qualifications. The successful Junior Project Manager does not need prior project management experience, as long as they possess strong knowledge and understanding of the telecoms sector and be highly process-driven. The Junior Project Manager will be involved in the end-to-end delivery of Telecoms projects, engage with internal and external stakeholders, carry out procurement, risk management, resource management and quality assurance tasks. Essential skills - Junior Project Manager:A strong desire to pursue a career in Project ManagementExcellent communication skillsProcess drivenPrevious stakeholder and customer engagementAttention to detail Desirable - Junior Project Manager:Proficient in Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook, Word, ExcelProject management tools such as Microsoft Project, Asana or TrelloAny relevant qualifications If you are interested in this is a great opportunity for where you will have the chance to progress your career and gain an abundance of project experience then please apply with your most up to date CV.

Job Title: Ecologist Location: Salisbury (Full time on-site) Contract Type: 3-Month Contract Pay Rate: Up to £527/day (Umbrella) IR35 Status: InsideOverview: Involved Solutions is currently recruiting for a specialist Ecologist to support a central Government agency. The Ecologist role focuses on ensuring legal, environmental and conservation obligations are met, particularly concerning the protection of a nationally significant Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).The role of Ecologist offers a unique opportunity to influence conservation and environmental strategy within a government site, supporting both ecological preservation and operational trial activity.Ecologist - Key Responsibilities:Deliver and manage the Stone Curlew Conservation Project, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements relating to protected species and habitats.Maintain and report on the favourable status of the SSSI, Special Protection Area (SPA), and Special Area of Conservation (SAC),Provide authoritative ecological advice to support operations and infrastructure development, balancing environmental stewardship with strategic objectives.Act as liaison with Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), Natural England, and other regulatory bodies.Maintain and manage conservation datasets using tools such as Recorder 2006; produce and periodically review Business and Ecological Plans.Fulfil Site Manager responsibilities for the Environmental Change Network (ECN) project.Support risk assessment and sustainability appraisals through expert input and robust data analysis.Contribute to internal and external communications on ecological and conservation matters in line with protocols.Ecologist - Essential Skills & Experience:Degree (or equivalent) in Ecology or Environmental Science.Demonstrable knowledge of central government environmental procedures and compliance frameworks.Proven experience managing protected sites (SSSI, SAC, SPA) in line with UK environmental legislation.Comprehensive understanding of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017, and the Environment Act 2021.Practical knowledge of rural estate and conservation land management practices.Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators.Strong written and verbal communication skills; proactive and collaborative approach to project delivery.Ecologist - Desirable:City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Agricultural, Forestry, or Land Management.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.How to Apply: To express interest in this role, please submit your CV.

Scaled Agile Project Manager - £650 per day - ContractDuration: 6 monthsRate: £650 per dayLocation: RemoteIR35: InsideA leading Government institution are seeking a Scaled Agile Project Manager, to undertake an initial 6-month contract role.Key Responsibilities and AccountabilitiesDrive adoption of industry best practice agile delivery, designing and implementing the programme agile delivery structure.Facilitate coordination across all programme Agile teams, ensuring dependencies are identified and managed.Take responsibility of the Programme Backlog, leading it through the Business Design Authority prioritisation.Act as a bridge between stakeholders, Programme Leadership, and Agile teams.Monitor programme progress, resolving challenges, and escalating risks as needed.Ensure milestones, timelines, and deliverables align with organisational priorities.Foster collaboration, accountability, and value-driven outcomesQualifications:Ideally SAFe / Agile PM certifiedExperience of The Government Functional Project Delivery Standard an advantageManagement and delivery of transformation and data integration If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

ServiceNow Project Manager - SC Cleared - ContractIR35: OutsideRate: Up to £465 per dayDuration: 6 monthsLocation: Hybrid / Milton KeynesThe role:A leading Government Institution are seeking a Senior Project Manager, with extensive experience in planning and delivering medium complexity, ServiceNow platforms.The delivery is centred around delivering an upper tier hosting product with several customer funded delivery projects as dependenciesExperience Requirements:Extensive experience in planning and delivering medium complexity, ServiceNow or other ITSM platformsDemonstrable significant experience of planning, monitoring and controlling projects using PRINCE2, APM or other PM related methodologiesSignificant experience in managing project budgets from a supplier perspectiveProven track record of successfully delivering multiple simultaneous projects within agreed timescales and budgetsA Customer centric approach with demonstrable ability to manage and influence customer's and key stakeholders expectationsIf you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss further