Project Manager
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Midlands
Competitive Rates + Excellent Benefits Package
About the Role
To support our continued growth, we are looking for a Project Manager to join our team in the Midlands.
The Project Manager is responsible for planning and leading the successful delivery of a portfolio of projects for a number of our Clients, being the interface between the Operations team and the business at a senior level and managing internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of specific projects
This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service (DBS) check
What you will be doing:
Develop, promote and maintain a safety culture to deliver excellent Health and Safety performance.
Be accountable for all aspects of the delivery service within the specific projects
Manage the commercial budget for the projects and deliver within budget.
Lead a multi-functional team to deliver projects circa £3m per annum
Lead and mentor a team ensuring delivery to TCQ (Time; Cost & Quality) and ensuring safe delivery whilst maximising efficiencies and achieving business objectives
Develop strong relationships with the leadership team to ensure the service being offered meets the Client expectations.
Identify additional opportunities and work with the Clients to establish the need.
Manage risks and changes at programme level and escalate issues affecting programme / project delivery.
Develop and maintain resource plans to ensure appropriate resources are in place to deliver the workload.
Review performance, take appropriate action as necessary and report to the Framework Manager and other executives on a monthly basis.
Ensure compliance with corporate governance.
Manage the relationship with the Supply Chain to successfully deliver projects and act as an escalation point for any issues arising from the performance of the contract
Develop and implement an internal and external stakeholder management and escalation plan for the programme of work.
Delivery of the projects within the programme area to TCQ targets.
What you will bring:
Required Qualifications & Professional Membership(s):
Previous experience in a Project Management position
Degree, or equivalent, in Utilities Management or Project Management
Driving Licence
Desired Knowledge & Experience:
We're looking for someone who is able to operate at a strategic and programme level, as well as:
Significant leadership and people management skills and an ability to build and develop high performing teams from across the business and external organisations and coach and mentor as appropriate
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility and adaptability to be able to respond rapidly to unexpected events, having the ability to develop creative solutions to problems
Solid commercial, financial and analytical skills
Delivery of key targets and objectives within the limits of available resources
Proven track record of managing different contractual arrangements
Proven track record of delivery of project portfolios
Degree level qualified (or equivalent qualification / level of experience) and ideally professionally qualified (e.g. CEng, MICE, MCIOB)
Skills & Personal Qualities:
Ability to communicate both up and down within Ipsum and the Client Organisation
Excellent communication skills
Excellent time management skills, with ability to deliver tasks to deadline.
Professional and positive approach
Self-motivated and organised.
Flexible attitude and approach.
Team player, and able to work on own initiative.
What's In It For You?
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you're not just taking a job you're starting a career with real support behind it.
Your Benefits Package Includes:
Career Progression - Opportunities to earn professional qualifications and recognised accreditations
Health & Wellbeing -
24/7 access to a virtual GP
Mental health support & counselling services
Occupational health guidance
Smart Benefits That Save You Money -
Cycle to Work scheme
Group Personal Pension Plan
Buy up to 5 extra holiday days each year
Everyday Perks -
Big brand discounts: supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more
Life assurance cover
Long service recognition
Life Beyond Work -
Active local social committees
Regular social events
Paid volunteering opportunities in your community
Flexible working options (where possible)
Equal Opportunities
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