Senior - Principal Consultant: Project Management/Delivery

£50,000-£65,000 / Yearly bonus + Hybrid Working: Depending on experience. This is a key position within our business; we are looking for the right individual to help build our P3M capability and offering across our i3works business.

Overview

We deliver measurable value to clients across Defence, Central Government and the private sector, helping organisations deliver complex projects, programmes and change. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for experienced P3M professionals to lead delivery for our clients while helping to shape and develop our P3M capability across i3Works.

The work will be varied and challenging, giving you the opportunity to influence key decisions and deliver meaningful outcomes for both our clients and i3Works. In this outward-facing role, you will lead and influence senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams, applying your P3M expertise to complex delivery challenges. As a senior member of our consulting team, you will combine strong leadership, stakeholder engagement and collaborative working to build trusted relationships and deliver lasting value.

Role Purpose

As a Senior or Principal P3M Consultant, you will provide expert advice and delivery support to help our clients solve complex challenges and achieve successful outcomes. You will act as a trusted advisor while contributing to the growth of i3Works through client development, new opportunities and the continued development of our P3M capability.

Delivery

• Lead the delivery of complex client projects and programmes, ensuring outcomes are achieved to agreed time, cost, quality and scope.

• Work collaboratively with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to establish clear objectives, priorities and delivery approaches.

• Apply P3M expertise and professional judgement to identify challenges, manage risk and provide practical, outcome-focused solutions.

• Establish and maintain effective governance, reporting and controls, providing clients with clear insight into delivery performance and supporting informed decision-making.

• Provide P3M leadership, guidance and assurance to clients and delivery teams, ensuring delivery achieves measurable and sustainable value.

Client Relationships and Business Development

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor by understanding client priorities, challenges and evolving needs.

• Represent and promote i3Works’ capabilities across client engagements, helping to strengthen existing relationships and develop new opportunities.

• Support business growth through opportunity development and by contributing to bids and proposals.

Capability and People Development

• Contribute to the continued development of i3Works’ P3M capability, sharing knowledge, good practice and lessons learned across the business.

• Lead and contribute to internal initiatives that improve how we work and enhance the value we deliver to our clients.

• Support the development of colleagues through coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing.

• Take an active role in your own professional development, supported by i3Works through relevant qualifications, training and development opportunities.

Experience and Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• Significant P3M delivery experience within Defence, Central Government or another complex environment.

• Strong knowledge and practical application of P3M principles.

• The ability to operate effectively in complex client environments, using sound judgement to solve problems and support effective decision-making.

• A relevant professional qualification or accreditation, such as APM PMQ/PPQ, PRINCE2, MSP, Agile certification or an equivalent P3M qualification.

• Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

• The ability to support and develop colleagues through coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing.

At Principal Consultant level, we would expect greater experience in leading complex client engagements, developing senior client relationships, shaping opportunities and contributing to the growth and development of our P3M capability.

Desirable

• Experience delivering within Defence organisations such as DE&S or National Armaments Digital & Data (formerly Defence Digital), or within Central Government departments such as the Home Office, HMRC or DEFRA.

• Previous consultancy experience.

• Experience contributing to business development, bids or proposals.

Candidates must be willing and eligible to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV). Existing security clearance is desirable but not essential.

Role Location

We operate a hybrid working model, combining home working and client sites in line with client requirements. Our consultants should be within a reasonable commuting distance of Bristol and able to work from client locations, which are typically within 50 miles of Bristol or along the M4/M5 corridor.

As our client portfolio continues to grow, flexibility to work from different client locations may occasionally be required.

Our Core Values & Behaviours

Our core values, Purposeful, Dynamic & Supportive, stand us apart from our competition, are the central, driving force to i3Works’ culture and are expressed through our associated behaviours:

Purposeful

• Professionally Responsible - Builds and delivers professionalism to bring value to the organisation, stakeholders and peers.

• Driven to Deliver - Demonstrates determination, resourcefulness, and purpose to deliver the best results for and behalf of i3Works.

• Critical Thinker - Demonstrates the ability to analyse and understand data and information quickly. Uses information, insights and knowledge in a structured way to identify options, make recommendations and make robust, defendable decisions.

Dynamic

• Curious - Is future-focused, inquisitive, and open- minded; seeks out evolving and innovative ways to add value to the organisation.

• Skilled Influencer - Demonstrates the ability to influence to gain the necessary commitment and support from diverse stakeholders in pursuit of organisation value.

Supportive

• Collaborative - Works effectively and inclusively with a range of people, both within and outside of the organisation.

• Role Model - Consistently leads by example. Acts impartiality and independently, balancing personal and organisation parameters.

Benefits at i3Works: 

1. Private healthcare/medical cover & Group life insurance

2. Annual bonus scheme (dependent on personal and company performance)

3. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per each calendar year, after your 3rd anniversary with the company – rising to a maximum of 30 days + bank holidays)

4. Enhanced Reservist Leave – up to 10 days paid.

5. Annual leave purchase scheme (up to 5 days per year)

6. 5% company pension contribution

7. £250.00 annual donation towards a charity or grassroots organisation of your choice

8. Personal wellness benefit of £120.00 per month, access to unlimited 1-1 counselling support and a wealth of wellbeing and support resources

9. Enhanced parental leave

10. Electric car leasing salary sacrifice scheme

11. Cycle to work scheme (save 25-39% on a bike and accessories)

12. Paid qualifications for employees at all levels

13. Internal Employee Networks, regular social events throughout the year and charity fundraising activities to get involved with if you wish.

At i3Works we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We ensure that all hiring decisions are made without regard to age, race, national origin, sex, disability, gender, gender identity, religion, or any other protected characteristics, and will treat all applications with the strictest confidence. Please don’t be afraid to ask about what we can do to support your needs. All requests will be carefully and fairly considered. We wish you every success in your job search.