Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to manage key client projects across our global estate.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals.
Our ideal candidate is someone experienced in managing teams, capable of driving the full project life cycle, managing and attaining key objectives and understanding the technical aspects to efficiently manage the project team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Planning and Strategy Development
- Create detailed project plans outlining objectives, timelines, deliverables, and milestones
- Define scope and purpose while working with stakeholders to establish realistic expectations
- Develop work breakdown structures and resource allocation plans
- Set targets for milestones and establish deadlines
Team Leadership and Coordination
- Assemble skilled teams and assign roles based on member strengths
- Streamline communication channels across departments
- Resolve conflicts that could impact project progress
- Delegate tasks ensuring everyone understands responsibilities
Budget and Resource Management
- Track costs and identify budget overruns before they happen
- Make strategic decisions about resource allocation
- Advocate for additional funding when necessary
- Find creative solutions to stay within constraints
Risk Identification and Mitigation
- Conduct regular risk assessments throughout project lifecycle
- Develop contingency plans for potential obstacles
- Implement mitigation strategies proactively
- Adapt quickly when unexpected challenges arise
Stakeholder Communication
- Serve as bridge between clients, executives, team members, and vendors
- Provide regular status updates to all parties
- Facilitate decision-making discussions
- Ensure alignment across all stakeholders, including C-suite
Qualifications:
- Proven working experience as a Senior Project Manager within the HCM / IT space.
- Solid technical background, with understanding or hands-on experience in software development and web technologies.
- Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and project management tools.
- PMP / PRINCE II certification is a plus.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, hybrid)
- Expertise in tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana, Trello, or Monday.com
- Experience of budget management and scheduling software
- Data analysis and reporting capabilities
