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Job title: Head of Project Management Reports to: Chief Scientific Officer Location: Onsite - Manchester Science Park, M15 6SH Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary & Benefits: Competitive Salary + Benefits Package About Yourgene Health: Yourgene Health is a leading integrated technologies and services business, enabling the delivery of genomic medicine. The group works in partnership with global leaders in DNA technology to advance diagnostic science. Our mission to enable scientific advances to positively impact human health remains at the core of our focus. It drives and motivates us to develop class leading products and services to meet our customers’ needs. Yourgene primarily develops, manufactures, and commercialises simple and accurate molecular diagnostic solutions, for reproductive health, precision medicine and infectious diseases. We have a comprehensive offering of non-invasive prenatal tests (NIPT) NGS workflows that have been built with labs in mind, and clinical prenatal screening services. The IONA® test was the pioneer, the first to market as an IVD product, changing the NIPT screening landscape back in 2015. Continuing to build on our expertise in cell-free DNA, our next generation size selection Ranger® Technology uses machine vision for superior precision. With multiple platforms for a range of clinical and research cfDNA sample preparation applications including NIPT, liquid biopsy, gene synthesis and long fragment recovery. In addition, we offer a portfolio of screening products in reproductive health, precision medicine and infectious disease including screening assays for cystic fibrosis and DPYD genotyping to prevent chemotoxicity. Yourgene Genomic Services provides a range of genetic analysis services for our clinical, research and pharma customers to support partners with DNA extractions, biobanking, genotyping, arrays and sequencing workflows (WES and WGS). Yourgene Genomic Services offers a Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) Service, enabling clinics to run their own NIPT service for pregnant women with our prenatal screening tests and service laboratory based in Manchester. Yourgene Health is part of the Novacyt group of companies and is headquartered in Manchester, UK with facilities in Singapore and Canada. Our Culture: Yourgene is a growing, vibrant and exciting place to work, we are looking for committed driven individuals to be part of our next growth journey. Our culture is described by our employee's as collegiate, friendly, professional, innovative, open and fast paced. We have many social and wellbeing initiatives run by our Nova Social and Charity Huddle that keep our sense of community and togetherness alive. At Yourgene we focus on putting values led programmes in place to ensure that we can attract, retain and develop our people. We want our people to have a career with Yourgene and we ensure that they are recognised and rewarded for their achievements and commitment, everyone plays a critical role in our growth journey. Description of role: Yourgene Health, part of the Novacyt Group, are recruiting for a Head of Project Management. The Head of Project Management leads the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure successful delivery of complex, cross-functional programmes aligned with the company’s strategic objectives. This role drives excellence in project governance, risk management, and delivery processes, while mentoring and developing the PMO team. Acting as a strategic partner to the executive team, you will personally manage high-impact programmes and champion continuous improvement across the organisation. Overall responsibility: As the lead for the Project Management Office, you will lead the company’s project management process and mentor junior project managers to ensure effective project management of projects that are run through the PMO. You will yourself programme manage the high complexity programmes using project management methodologies to work with cross functional teams to deliver new products and services on time, within budget and to a high quality. You will ensure project activities are planned, monitored with progress and issues clearly communicated. You will work with the functional and pillar leads to run the OKR process and help drive up completion rates of the strategic projects across the company. You will provide regular reports to the executive team on project progress, risks and issues. Key areas of responsibility: Strategic Leadership • Define and implement the PMO vision, aligning projects with business priorities and strategic goals., • Provide regular, transparent reporting to the executive team on project progress, risks, and performance metrics., • Administer and optimise the OKR process with functional leads, driving improved completion rates. Programme Delivery • Ensure all projects assigned to the PMO have the same high level of project management oversight and are run using project management best practices., • Personally manage high-complexity programmes using best-practice methodologies to deliver on time, within budget, and to quality standards., • Collaborate with project sponsors, technical leads, and subject matter experts to develop detailed project plans, Gantt charts, and RACI matrices., • Monitor timelines, manage risks, and ensure clear communication of progress and issues. Governance & Risk Management • Maintain and oversee RAID logs and a PMO Dependency Log, ensuring timely escalation and mitigation of risks., • Review and enforce governance frameworks for project initiation, execution, and review., • Establish KPIs to measure PMO performance and drive continuous improvement. Team Development • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project and programme managers, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence., • Provide coaching and guidance to enhance project management capability across the organisation. Process & Tools Optimisation • Continuously improve PMO methodologies, processes, and reporting standards., • Act as system administrator for Wrike, ensuring optimal utilisation of project management tools., • Chair cross-functional PMO meetings, ensuring agendas, materials, and decisions are documented and communicated effectively. Qualifications, Skills and Abilities: • Degree in a STEM discipline., • Significant project management experience, ideally within biotech, pharma, or a related scientific environment., • Formal project management qualification (APM preferred; Prince2, Agile, PMP or similar also considered)., • Proven ability to lead organisational change and embed project management culture., • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at executive level., • Experience with web-based project management tools (Wrike preferred or similar)., • Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities., • Confident communicator (written, verbal, and presentation) with strong interpersonal skills., • Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a track record of delivering results under pressure., • Experienced team manager with a passion for mentoring and developing talent. Closing Date: Sunday 4th January, 2026 Equal opportunities: Yourgene Health and the Novacyt Group of companies provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law. Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Yourgene Health and the Novacyt Group of companies is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Yourgene Health and Novacyt Group employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written and signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Yourgene Health and the Novacyt Group of companies. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.

As a Service Delivery Supervisor, you will manage the LDP Operational Teams in the successful delivery of the Cadent Mains Replacement Programme in the North West. The Service Delivery Supervisor will provide supervision to those teams under their jurisdiction, from work stack handover through to project completion in an effective and efficient manner. Success will be measured against our 3 imperatives; HSEQ performance, programme adherence and outstanding customer satisfaction. • Supervise the delivery teams during the works, including site set up, enabling of the works, Gas operations, backfill and reinstatement and site completion, • Attend all sites in order to disseminate the Construction Phase Plan information, including all RAMS, with regards setting up of the site and to brief the Team leader on their responsibilities to ensure that the works carried out on the Network comply with the relevant statutory requirements (CDM, IGEM) and Cadent standards and Procedures, • Supervise, the opening and closing of street works permits in accordance with NRSWA including the management of agreed Traffic Management and Permit Conditions and the timely capture of reinstatement completion information, • Ensure that all the client and operational requirements are met in a professional and efficient manner, • Work collaboratively with the Customer Liaison Officer to engage with customers and identify any specific needs (PSR, language line etc) to minimise disruption, • Provide daily and weekly reports as required and to ensure that all service levels and objectives are achieved, • Provide a positive and innovative input into the team, through provision of solutions to problems and embracing change, • Ensure that safety issues are reported in line with Company procedures, • SHEA (Gas), • NRSWA 1991 (Supervisor), • SCO 1,2 & 5 (preferred), • IOSH or SMSTS (preferred), • NCO Gas Level 2 / Gas manager’s appreciation We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy. Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater. We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer. We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.

The role is integral to the effective operation of theteam, supporting customer communication and consultation to ensure customers are informed, engaged, and able to provide meaningful input into planned works affecting their homes and neighbourhoods.

Senior Officer, Industry and Waste Regulation (Landfill Emissions Reduction Project).As an organisation we support flexible working.This role allows hybrid working (a mix of home and office working), and a working pattern sui.

Community Gateway Association (CGA) is a tenant-led, community-focused housing association delivering high-quality homes and services across Preston and beyond.

Project Officer North East Scotland.

Strategic Programmes Officer RP. You’ll apply good project / programme management and organisational skills to deliver strong outcomes, manage risk, and embed learning for continuous improvement.

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Interested individuals can find more through Atkinson HR, with applications due by Monday, January 12, 2026. A leading nonprofit organization in Manchester is looking for a Chief Operating Officer to oversee core functions including finance, HR, and project management. Candidates should have a backg

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As Graduate Project Officer, you will be at the heart of our service delivery, ensuring projects run smoothly and effectively. Begin Bright, part of the Cognition Learning Group, is seeking a motivated Graduate Project Officer to join our growing team and play a key role in supporting the Early Year

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A global energy services leader is recruiting a Resident Liaison Officer based in Manchester.This full-time role entails delivering exceptional customer care and managing communications between residents and project stakeholders over a fixed term of three years.The position requires strong interpers

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The True Athlete Project is formed of two independent legal entities: The True Athlete Project (US), which is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organisation under US federal tax guidelines (EIN: 81-1063080), and The True Athlete Project Ltd (UK), which is a UK charity (charity no. About The True Athlete Projec

As Project Officer, you will play a dynamic role in planning and delivering practical walking, wheeling, and cycling projects that make a real difference to communities across Norfolk. This is a fantastic chance to join the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, working within the Active Journeys team as our new P

Project Officer - Quantum Many-Body Physics - Durham A part-time fixed-term Project Officer position is available to support a new research project within the Durham Quantum Light and Matter group. To find out more, visit the project webpage: Durham Quantum Light and Matter webpage: Please note th

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This team does not deliver projects itself; it defines the standards, tools and governance that make every project team more consistent, effective and confident. Lead a newly created Project Management Centre of Excellence that sets the bar for how projects are run across the organisation. You’ll

Under supervision of the Project Team Leader (PTL), lead project teams consisting of legal, technical, and safeguard specialists conducting due diligence and managing the approval processes, with an emphasis on ensuring that key economic, commercial, financial, technical, legal, integrity, environme

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Delivering allocated project tasks as directed by the Project Manager, Contract Manager, or Project Controls Lead. Join us as a Project Control Officer and be at the heart of delivering high-impact projects — where your coordination skills will drive success, growth, and real career progression!.

This role involves conducting project research, supporting investment project execution, and managing client relationships. A leading international development bank is seeking an experienced Investment Officer, based in Beijing.

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Effectively, as Chief FinanceOfficer you will be the senior steward of Project Yananai’s financial health and a pivotal member of the Global Executive Leadership Team. Leading a distributed Finance Directorate, including National Heads of Finance in India, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Africa, you wi

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Background in technology or IT project delivery.

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