Project Manager - London (Hybrid) - Initial 4-month contract
Position: Project ManagerLocation: London (2-3 days in office per week)Contract: Initial 4-month contract (potential to be extended)Hours: Full timeSalary/Benefits: £335/day PAYE or £449/day Umbrella
Role Details - Project ManagerWe are currently looking for a seasoned Project Manager to join a renowned organisation based in London on an initial 4-month Fixed Term Contract.
The Project Manager will be responsible for supporting with the replacement and upgrade of train operating displays; running all aspects of the project, including risk logs, forecasting, risk management, planning and safety awareness.
Key responsibilities of the Project Manager Plan and manage non-complex projects with a value of up to £20m using delivery methodology and governance structures to ensure delivery of intended business benefits. Leading a high-performing team through the effective management, development and empowerment of staff. Establish and maintain a good, professional and pro-active working relationship with the Contractor/Delivery partner's project management team where applicable to ensure delivery of intended business benefits. Within agreed authority levels, negotiate, procure, and authorise all project contracts and variations and approve and authorise all payment to meet value for money criteria. Responsible for providing effective performance and development management responsibilities for any direct reports, with regards to appraisals and performance management, (such that poor performance is clearly identified and addressed and good performance is recognised and rewarded). Agree major project requirements with the Project Sponsor / Contract Manager to ensure that business objectives are met. Identify and manage any interfaces and dependencies between the assigned project and other ongoing network activities/projects. Prepare and manage a project implementation plan, including responsibility matrix, detailed programmes and cost and resource plans. Responsible for the day-to-day management of project governance, reporting and control structures, with issues, risks and decisions escalated through the agreed current Governance arrangements as appropriate.
Key skills required of the Project Manager Experience of working in a complex, multi-disciplinary, matrix-managed environments. Proven record of taking personal responsibility and accountability for delivery of projects to £20m in value, in a large, complex organisation where there are multiple interfaces, and delivering to time, budget and quality. Experience of personal responsibility and accountability for leading and managing small teams Experience of managing performance and delivery through external contractors and/or suppliers. Rail experience desirable.
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