Project Manager (Lead)Rate: £550 per day inside IR35 Clearance Required: BPSSStart Date: ASAPLocation: Manchester, Sheffield, Leeds, or Blackpool (travel required)(Central Government experience would be advantageous) We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery across a portfolio of efficiency-focused initiatives. This role requires a strong leader who can operate at pace, manage tight deadlines, and deliver high-quality outcomes within budget while navigating complex stakeholder environments.Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end delivery of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectivesDrive delivery at pace while maintaining governance, quality, and budget controlManage and resolve stakeholder conflicts, acting as a key mediator between business and technical teamsCoordinate cross-functional teams to focus on delivery outcomes and milestonesChallenge existing processes and make informed decisions in ambiguous or fast-moving environmentsEnsure effective planning, roadmap development, and milestone trackingMaintain momentum across all workstreams while managing competing prioritiesKey DeliverablesSuccessful delivery of efficiency initiatives within agreed timelines and budgetClear and consistent reporting to stakeholdersMaintenance of RAID logs and risk mitigation strategiesContinuous improvement in delivery processes and team performanceHigh-quality outputs aligned with business objectivesEssential Skills and ExperienceDelivery and Methodolo