Job Vacancy Senior Delivery Manager (DV Security Clearance)

Reading

CGI

Job position Senior Delivery Manager (DV Security Clearance)

Permanent

As soon as possible

Reading, England, United Kingdom

Published on 24/08/2025

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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.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be full time position, working out of our site in Reading.

Candidate profile

We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager to take on the role of Delivery Lead for a major bid. This position requires DV clearance, though there will be time for the right candidate to obtain this level of clearance.

We seek an experienced consultant with extensive experience in delivering large-scale service and delivery programmes as well as leading large bids. The bid will be based near CGI’s Reading office, with an expectation of some time spent on the client site.

We are looking for experience delivering programmes including Applications Integration, Security, and Testing Services, with potential expansion into Infrastructure Services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead technical delivery management for the bid.

• Oversee and manage workstreams, each led by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

• Take ownership of the Service Solution and Delivery Solution

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

• Strong background in Defence and Enterprise Business Systems.

• Proven expertise in Project & Service Delivery.

• Extensive experience in large bid management.

• Competence in contract and commercial management.

• Excellent client and supplier relationship management skills.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience managing large infrastructure services programmes.

• In-depth knowledge of applications integration services.

• Understanding of desktop and hosting infrastructure services.

• Track record of managing Agile delivery programmes

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Working environment

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

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London, England, United Kingdom

> 1000 employees

IT services

We are a global business with 91,500 professionals across hundreds of locations worldwide, providing end-to-end IT and business process services that drive our clients’ businesses. In the UK alone, we have around 6,000 member-partners working across 19 towns and cities, doing everything from writing complex code to designing sophisticated software solutions. The work we do powers some of the most ambitious projects that touch the lives of many. Our approach sets us apart, characterised by our proximity model, international presence, expertise, and operational excellence. We organise our operations within metro markets where our clients have concentrated footprints, empowering our local teams to build trusted, in-person relationships. As you build your career here, you’ll develop your skills, share your insights, and work side-by-side with colleagues and clients on innovative solutions that address the most complex issues. Our commitment to ownership, flexibility, and being approachable makes us easy to do business with. Join us, and together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action to meet the needs and balance the interests of our clients, shareholders, communities, and each other. Benefits: - Insurance coverage - Medical benefits - Pension plan - Member Assistant Programme - Check4Cancer - Flexible time off - Share Purchase Plan - Member discounts - Dental benefits - Vision benefits - Profit Participation Plan - Health and Wellbeing Programme

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Senior Delivery Manager (DV Security Clearance)

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