Programme Manager

Job description

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 ‘World’s 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 you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll 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.

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

Skills:

·  Leadership

What you can expect from us:

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