Our client is a leading manufacturer of innovative construction products and is looking for an Interim Digitalisation Project Leader to join their team on a 12-month contract!

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, delivery and successful implementation of digitalisation projects across the business

• Develop project plans, manage timelines, budgets, risks and stakeholder expectations to ensure successful project delivery

• Drive business transformation initiatives that improve operational efficiency, visibility, compliance and process control

• Identify opportunities to replace manual processes with efficient digital workflows and automated solutions

• Improve process visibility, data accuracy, reporting capabilities and operational controls

• Support the implementation of automation and real-time data management solutions

• Promote consistency and standardisation across business processes

• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior leadership on performance, risks and outcomes

• Work collaboratively with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Technical, Supply Chain and IT teams to deliver successful projects

• Manage relationships with external consultants, ensuring work is completed to agreed standards and timescales

• Engage stakeholders across the business to define requirements, overcome challenges and encourage adoption of new systems and processes

• Provide practical support and guidance throughout project implementation and change initiatives

• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and positive change across the organisation

• Maintain a strong on-site presence across multiple locations, developing a thorough understanding of business processes

• Build effective working relationships with operational teams to ensure successful project delivery

• Take a hands-on approach to implementing practical digital solutions that deliver measurable business improvements

• Undertake additional project and business transformation activities as required

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience leading digital transformation or digitalisation projects within a manufacturing, engineering, construction products or similar operational environment

• Strong project management skills with the ability to deliver multiple projects to time and budget

• Experience improving business processes through automation, digital workflows and process optimisation

• Good understanding of IT systems, with experience of Microsoft 365 platforms and Dynamics 365 Business Central being advantageous

• Knowledge of quality management systems, compliance processes and operational controls

• Experience using reporting and data analysis tools to support business performance and decision-making

• Strong Continuous Improvement experience, including process mapping and business optimisation

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage colleagues at all levels

• Highly organised, proactive and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

• Practical, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Resilient, adaptable and committed to driving positive change across the business while demonstrating strong teamwork and company values

Working Hours and Benefits

• Monday to Friday: 8am to 5pm

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Birthday off

• Private medical insurance

• Quarterly bonus scheme

• Pension scheme

• Cycle to Work and EV salary sacrifice schemes

• Professional development opportunities

• Employee wellbeing initiatives and on-site parking

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