Programme Manager
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Job Location:
Chippenham - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Description:
The Space Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work build and operate bespoke technically complex mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space defence intelligence aerospace and maritime all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.
CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the Worlds Best Employers by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary excellent pension private healthcare plus a share scheme (3.5% 3.5% 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 youll be part of an open friendly community of experts. Well train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.
CGI is looking for a Programme Manager to embark on a transformational programme to deliver OpenSea360 a fully integrated software and hardware solution that will be rolled out across more than 400 boats over a 10-year period. This is a mission-critical programme enhancing the safety efficiency and effectiveness of client operations.
This position will be a hybrid position based out of our office in Chippenham. There will also be occasional travel to Poole.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
The Programme Manager will have end-to-end accountability for the delivery governance support and commercial success of the OpenSea360 programme. They will oversee the full lifecycle from planning and mobilisation through execution rollout and sustainment ensuring delivery is on time on budget and meets operational requirements.
Own full accountability for delivery support profit and loss (P&L) and performance of the 10-year contract.
Establish and lead programme governance structures reporting and stakeholder engagement.
Direct and coordinate multiple workstreams including engineering delivery software development testing logistics training and support.
Ensure risks dependencies and issues are proactively managed with mitigation strategies in place.
Oversee integration of hardware and software solutions ensuring compliance safety and operational excellence.
Manage vendor and supplier relationships contracts and commercial negotiations.
Develop and lead a high-performing programme team fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
Engage with senior stakeholders operational crews and technical teams to ensure adoption and successful rollout.
Deliver measurable benefits and continuous improvement throughout the 10-year lifecycle.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
Required Skills
Proven track record of leading large-scale high-value (30M) programmes involving complex technology integration.
Experience managing long-term contracts with full P&L responsibility.
Strong background in delivering programmes combining software and hardware solutions.
Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills with experience engaging at executive and board level.
Exceptional programme governance planning and financial management expertise reporting to key internal stakeholders.
Strong supplier/vendor management and commercial negotiation experience.
Desired Skills
Formal programme/project management qualifications (e.g. MSP PRINCE2 PMI APM).
Understanding of maritime land vehicle defence aerospace or mission-critical systems
Proven Supplier Management experience
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
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- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
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