Project Cut Over Lead

Project Cutover Lead – SuccessFactors

Fixed Term Contract | Hybrid (On‑site during cutover periods) CRH / Tarmac

Build the future. Shape the transformation.

CRH is a global leader in building materials solutions, and Tarmac plays a vital role in delivering sustainable construction across the UK — from essential raw materials to major infrastructure projects. Together, we’re driving innovation, resilience, and long‑term value for the communities we serve.

We’re now looking for an ambitious, highly organised, and energised Project Cutover Lead to join our SuccessFactors programme team. This is a pivotal role at the heart of a major transformation, ensuring a seamless transition from project delivery into business‑as‑usual operations.

What you’ll be doing

As our Cutover Lead, you will take full ownership of the end‑to‑end cutover plan across Data, Technical, and Business workstreams. You’ll bring structure, clarity, and control to a complex programme, ensuring every dependency is understood, every risk is managed, and every stakeholder is aligned.

You will:

Lead the cutover strategy — establish the overall approach and project plans across all major streams
Define cutover principles and secure stakeholder agreement
Oversee detailed cutover plans across Data, Technical, and Business areas
Develop comprehensive runbooks, checklists, and decision logs
Map dependencies and identify critical path activities
Establish a cutover governance framework with clear escalation routes
Maintain the RAID log, tracking and mitigating risks
Provide command and control during cutover entry, trials, and exit
Build and maintain rollback and contingency plans
Deliver evidence‑based Go/No‑Go recommendations
Coordinate with BAU and Release Management to ensure environment readiness
Validate readiness criteria ahead of live cutover
Communicate regularly with senior stakeholders and technical leads
Ensure appropriate resource allocation during cutover windows
Work with business continuity teams to minimise operational disruption
Facilitate cutover readiness forums and decision‑making sessionsWhat you’ll bring

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re calm under pressure, structured in your thinking, and confident leading complex, multi‑disciplinary teams through high‑stakes transitions.

We’re looking for:

Demonstrable experience leading complex IT or business transformation cutovers
A highly successful project management background (Prince2, PMP, Agile or equivalent)
Experience with cutover planning tools ((url removed), ServiceNow, MS Project, Smartsheet)
Hands‑on experience with SuccessFactors
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Proven ability to lead with command and control during critical periods
Experience running cutover rehearsals and embedding lessons learned
Understanding of data migration, technical infrastructure, and business change
A significant risk and issue management capability
Collaborative working style across diverse teams
ITIL Foundation (desirable)
Experience in construction, building materials, or related industries (desirable)
Knowledge of SAP/ERP implementations
Change management certification (Prosci, CMI) (desirable)
Experience with Agile/DevOps environments
Background in 24/7 operational settings
Understanding of UK regulatory and compliance requirements
Experience with cloud migration and infrastructure cutoversWhy join us?

You’ll be stepping into a high‑impact role at a defining moment in our transformation journey. This is your opportunity to influence outcomes, shape processes, and ensure a smooth transition that will support thousands of colleagues across the UK.

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
Training and development opportunitiesWe’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.

Ready to build your future?

Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!

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