Company:
DiverseJobsMatter
Location: London
Closing Date: 17/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Job Description
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Project Manager on a permanent, remote working basis. Whilst the position is remote you will have flexibility to mix working remotely with trips to our collaborative offices based in Chippenham, Swindon, Chester and Plymouth. You will also be expected to travel as and when there is a business need to do so.
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Do you have a passion for managing simultaneous projects, client and stakeholders? If so, we want you to be part of our forward-thinking,
innovative, and inclusive professional services team as a Senior Project Manager.
The Senior Project Manager will lead complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. They excel in project planning, team leadership, risk management, and quality assurance. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, they maintain clear communication with clients and executives, using project management tools to track progress and generate reports. Their strong financial acumen ensures meticulous budget management, while their adaptability and commitment to continuous improvement drive project and organisational success.
Position & Responsibilities
In performing this role your core duties and responsibilities will include, (but will not be limited to):
Developing and maintaining comprehensive project plans that outline objectives, timelines, milestones, and deliverables ensuring they are maintained throughout the project lifecycle Creating and managing project budgets, including cost estimation, allocation, control, monitor and report on financial performance, ensuring projects are completed within budgets Leading, mentoring and managing project teams, providing guidance and support to ensure project objectives are met Facilitating effective communication across multi-disciplined teams and stakeholders Identifying and monitoring potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle, implementing corrective actions as needed Maintaining regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on progress and addressing any concerns promptly Aligning to business best practices, following projects and quality processes and conduct regular reviews to maintain optimised processes and methodologies Allocating and managing project resources, optimising utilisation and address any resource-related issues in a timely fashion Defining and tracking project performance against KPIs and project objectives delivering internal and external reports to senior management and stakeholders Managing project changes, including scope, schedule and budget adjustments ensuring that all changes are evaluated, approved and scheduled appropriately Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in project management, maintaining project documentation and records for audit and compliance purposes.
What we are looking for
Experience in project and/or programme management. A proven track record of delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget. Experience in coordinating efforts across multiple departments and managing diverse teams. A proven experience in engaging with and managing stakeholders, including clients, senior executives, and other stakeholders. Significant experience in managing change, whether that is time, scope or budget. Significant experience in identifying, assessing, and managing project risks and issues.
Skills
Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment Cultivating a professional and curious demeanour, proactively involving, and collaborating with stakeholders. Working within the software development lifecycle using Agile and other methodologies Experience of writing Technical Documentation and best practice guides. Experience of working within a Quality System, Jira, Microsoft Project and PowerBI Reporting Project Management certifications in at least 1 of the following: Prince 2 Practitioner Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Agile Certificate Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Additional Info The team environment is very important, so we need someone with an inquisitive nature with a happy disposition and a passion for project management. Engaged to represent our business, our work ethic and embody
Location
Fully remote working environment with travel on occasion required to our collaborative offices in Swindon, Chester and Plymouth along with occasional visits to client sites to provide consultancy, implementation, sales support and other business critical activities.
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Do you have a passion for managing simultaneous projects, client and stakeholders? If so, we want you to be part of our forward-thinking,
innovative, and inclusive professional services team as a Senior Project Manager.
The Senior Project Manager will lead complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. They excel in project planning, team leadership, risk management, and quality assurance. Skilled in stakeholder engagement, they maintain clear communication with clients and executives, using project management tools to track progress and generate reports. Their strong financial acumen ensures meticulous budget management, while their adaptability and commitment to continuous improvement drive project and organisational success.
Position & Responsibilities
In performing this role your core duties and responsibilities will include, (but will not be limited to):
Developing and maintaining comprehensive project plans that outline objectives, timelines, milestones, and deliverables ensuring they are maintained throughout the project lifecycle Creating and managing project budgets, including cost estimation, allocation, control, monitor and report on financial performance, ensuring projects are completed within budgets Leading, mentoring and managing project teams, providing guidance and support to ensure project objectives are met Facilitating effective communication across multi-disciplined teams and stakeholders Identifying and monitoring potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle, implementing corrective actions as needed Maintaining regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on progress and addressing any concerns promptly Aligning to business best practices, following projects and quality processes and conduct regular reviews to maintain optimised processes and methodologies Allocating and managing project resources, optimising utilisation and address any resource-related issues in a timely fashion Defining and tracking project performance against KPIs and project objectives delivering internal and external reports to senior management and stakeholders Managing project changes, including scope, schedule and budget adjustments ensuring that all changes are evaluated, approved and scheduled appropriately Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in project management, maintaining project documentation and records for audit and compliance purposes.
What we are looking for
Experience in project and/or programme management. A proven track record of delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget. Experience in coordinating efforts across multiple departments and managing diverse teams. A proven experience in engaging with and managing stakeholders, including clients, senior executives, and other stakeholders. Significant experience in managing change, whether that is time, scope or budget. Significant experience in identifying, assessing, and managing project risks and issues.
Skills
Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment Cultivating a professional and curious demeanour, proactively involving, and collaborating with stakeholders. Working within the software development lifecycle using Agile and other methodologies Experience of writing Technical Documentation and best practice guides. Experience of working within a Quality System, Jira, Microsoft Project and PowerBI Reporting Project Management certifications in at least 1 of the following: Prince 2 Practitioner Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Agile Certificate Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Additional Info The team environment is very important, so we need someone with an inquisitive nature with a happy disposition and a passion for project management. Engaged to represent our business, our work ethic and embody
Location
Fully remote working environment with travel on occasion required to our collaborative offices in Swindon, Chester and Plymouth along with occasional visits to client sites to provide consultancy, implementation, sales support and other business critical activities.
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