Job Description

Project Manager

6 Months - Contract

Warwick (2 days a week on site)

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in transforming the utilities sector? Our client is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to join their Major Programme Delivery (MPD) team within the Transformation & Major Projects Directorate. This is your chance to contribute to high-impact initiatives that align with strategic objectives and enhance governance and outcomes!

Key Responsibilities:

As a Project Manager, you will:

Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that resonate with business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.

Ensure timely delivery of projects within scope and budget.

Develop comprehensive project plans and schedules, managing dependencies and critical paths.

Organize and allocate resources effectively, guiding project team members and assigning responsibilities.

Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to achieve seamless delivery of tasks.

Monitor project progress, identify risks, and escalate as needed.

Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs using robust verification techniques.

Prepare and deliver project reports, proposals, and documentation, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders.

Track project costs meticulously to ensure completion within approved budgets.

Ensure that products and services from workstreams meet established standards for time, quality, and cost.

Report project progress regularly to the project team and stakeholders.

About You:

We're on a transformative journey, and we need visionary minds like yours! If you are passionate about delivering high-quality work in challenging environments, we want to hear from you! You should be:

An adaptable and resilient leader committed to achieving results and embracing continuous improvement.

Experienced in delivering projects in operationally critical environments.

Proficient in both waterfall and agile methodologies.

A strong communicator with excellent writing skills, able to engage all key stakeholders effectively.

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects under pressure.

Qualifications:

Essential:

Professional certification such as PMP or PRINCE2 (highly desirable).

Proven experience in project management or a related role.

Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).

Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project).

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Join us in making a difference in the utilities sector! If you're ready to embrace new challenges and lead transformative projects, apply now!

We look forward to your application and the possibility of you becoming a vital part of our client's team!

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