Interim Project Manager – Local Government Reorganisation

About the role

A council in the Oxfordshire area is seeking an experienced Interim Project Manager to lead the delivery of key projects across the organisation. The role supports strategic objectives, improves services and strengthens business readiness for change, with flexible hybrid working and county‑wide travel.

Key responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans, defining scope, deliverables, resources, budgets and timelines.
• Lead project teams through the full lifecycle, from scoping and design to delivery and completion.
• Manage risks, issues, dependencies and overall project performance.
• Establish appropriate governance, assurance and reporting arrangements.
• Produce clear project documentation, business cases and benefits realisation plans.
• Support business readiness, service improvement and change‑management activities.
• Manage project budgets and financial reporting.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and ensure compliance with council policies and statutory requirements.

Required profile

• Strong project management experience, preferably within local government or the wider public sector.
• Proven ability to deliver multiple projects within a defined portfolio.
• Good knowledge of project management tools, methodologies and documentation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience of risk, performance, budget and financial management.
• Ability to operate in a politically sensitive environment and support change management.
• Relevant qualification such as PRINCE2, Lean, MSP or the 5‑Case Model.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Required skills

• PRINCE2
• Lean
• MSP
• 5‑Case Model