Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Howdens are growing and with that we are looking for a new Project Manager to join our Digital and IT projects team. This is a permanent full time role working onsite at least 4 days per week with 1 day working from home, and could be based at our Howden, East Riding of Yorkshire office or our Raunds site in Northamptonshire.

We are seeking a resilient Project Manager to lead diverse digital and IT projects from initiation through to successful delivery. This role will work across multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to strategic objectives.

• Defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Developing project plans, budgets, and schedules, securing buy-in from technical teams and resource managers.
• Establishing and maintaining appropriate project governance, documentation, and reporting standards.
• Identifying, engaging, and managing stakeholders across business, technical, and strategic teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Monitoring project progress, proactively managing risks, issues, dependencies, and changes to ensure successful delivery.
• Supporting project teams by providing guidance, removing obstacles, and ensuring resources are efficiently allocated.
• Conducting project closure activities, capturing lessons learned and ensuring benefits realisation is measured.

Projects range from 12 weeks to 18 months, involve 5–30 resources, and budgets up to £3m+.

• Project Management qualification (APM PMQ, APM PPQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner and/or
  PMI PMP)
• At least 3 years working in a project management role
• Expert user of MS Project
• Experience using Azure Dev Ops or similar (i.e. Jira or Confluence)
• Able to demonstrate a strong understanding of Project Management practices including project planning, risk and issue management, stakeholder management, change management, different methodologies, and project budget management processes
• Proven track record of multiple successful deliveries of complex/cross-functional projects, using different methodologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, persuasion, influencing and team engagement skills

• Competitive salary and annual company bonus
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
• Staff Discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the Best Big Companies to Work For.

We’re building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we’re keen to hear from you.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email  with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.