IT Project Manager - Senior Associate Grade

We are looking for anexperiencedproject managerto join ourTech Central (IT)team inBusiness Enablement Solutions(BES)to deliver technology related projects.

Working as part oftheproject management teamwithin Tech Central,you will manage multiple technology projects andbe responsible forthe development and delivery of a successful adoption of technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong project management, people management and communication skills with an ability to successfully manage change and motivate teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage the successful delivery of projects to the IT Programme of Workincludingbut not limited to:

• Development and maintenance of detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.

• Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise, escalating where necessary.

• Prepare and deliver regular project updates, reports, and presentations to stakeholders.

• Support risk management processes and help develop mitigation strategies.

• Facilitate project meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and documentation of minutes and actions.

• Ensure compliance with project governance and documentation standards.

• Ensure projects deliver expected benefits within time,costand quality constraints.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best practices in project management.

• Manage the change impact.

• Direct and motivate the project team.

• Provide leadership, quality assurance, motivate and coach team members to develop their skill sets and capabilities.

• Manage activities related to planning and control of the function including service improvements.

• Work with cross functional IT and business teams to deliver the service.

• Establish andmaintainrelationships with suppliers and internal customers.

Education/Professional Qualifications:

Candidates to have a third level qualification in an IT related discipline or a general primary degree followed by a postgraduate IT qualification

A project management qualification such as Prince2, Project Management Professional (PMP)(Preferred), diploma in project management or change management certification.

Experience Required:

• 5+years experienceworking intechnologydeliveryprojects.

• 3+yearsprojectmanagementexperience.

• Experience inthe project management of theSDLC and software implementation.

• Experience of both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.

• Experience of stakeholder management.

• Experience of working to committed deadlines and budgets.

Personal Qualities

• Strong leadership,facilitationand organisational skills.

• Demonstrates ability to inspire confidence.

• Strong Analytical skills andproactiveissue resolution.

• Credible at all levels, on business and technical subjects

• Ability to adopt and learn new skills quickly.

• Strong communicationskills.

• Ability to innovate and introduceappropriate changeshowing sound judgement and pragmatism.