Project Manager VN4148
Providing vital HR, Finance, IT and other key business services in the highways industry is fast paced, fun and fascinating. Our Shared Service functions work collaboratively to provide the essential business infrastructure that supports effective operations out on the network. Based in Horsham, West Sussex, our friendly teams ensure our divisions can access the resources they need to deliver the high standards their clients and the travelling public have come to expect from us.
Activities of the team/department that this role will operate in;
Establishing, implementing, and developing best practices for programme and project management processes, training, and coaching.
Deliver multiple concurrent ICT projects through the full lifecycle within the agreed time, budget, and quality criteria.
Purpose of the role and your responsibilities;
The Project Manager will plan, execute, and finalise IT projects according to the governance criteria of the organisation. This includes acquiring resources, coordinating the efforts with various teams, and liaising with 3rd parties such as contractors, consultants, or vendors to deliver according to the plan.
The role encompasses aspects of Business Analysis, Project Management and Test Management.
Formal qualifications required;
Qualification in a recognised project management methodology preferred, e.g. Prince 2, PMI, APM or Agile.
Qualification in ITIL preferred.
Skills required;
MS Office packages including MS Visio, MS Project, MS Project Online, Power BI, and MS Project Server.
Knowledge in Supportworks and DevOps.
Accurate and up to date cost monitoring and reporting
Good verbal and written communication skills.
All phases of project management, including scope management, planning, negotiating, estimation, change management, and risk/quality management.
Experience required;
No less than 5 years in IT project management roles
Knowledge;
Experience in projects delivering Applications rollouts - COTS software, mobile apps, Microsoft Office 365, Facilities Management and Workforce Management.
Experience in the Internet of Things and Big Data would be of interest
Experience in IT infrastructure is desirable.
SDLC, Waterfall / Agile methodologies.
Personal qualities;
Problem Resolution / Troubleshooting
Client/Supplier Relationship Management
Professional, prompt, timely and accurate communication
Keeping all promises within agreed deadlines
The possibilities are surprising! Working in our Shared Services provides a complete view of our business activities and there are bound to be areas that will unexpectedly pique your interest. We believe in bringing in new talent as much as developing our people to grow in their chosen profession or even taking an unexpected turn in a new direction. We will encourage and support your aspirations for a career you truly enjoy, with a company that truly values your contribution.
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