Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

Department: Regulated Power

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Oxford

Reporting To: Matthew Agnew

Description

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and leading large-scale projects from initiation to completion, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and schedule. You will play a key role in managing project teams, coordinating activities, and mitigating risks to achieve project objectives and exceed client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Execution:
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk management strategies, in collaboration with stakeholders and project teams.
  • Lead project execution, monitoring progress, managing changes, and addressing issues or conflicts to ensure project milestones are achieved and deliverables meet quality standards.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, internal teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and ensuring effective communication to align expectations and resolve issues.
  • Conduct regular stakeholder meetings, status updates, and project reviews to provide transparency, address concerns, and maintain alignment with project objectives.
• Team Leadership and Development:
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to project teams, including project managers, engineers, and support staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
  • Support the professional development of team members through coaching, training, and mentoring, promoting continuous learning and career growth opportunities.
• Resource Management:
  • Manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimize utilization, minimize costs, and maximize efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Coordinate with resource managers and functional leads to ensure adequate staffing levels and skill sets are available to meet project requirements.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing proactive risk mitigation plans and contingency strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project success.
  • Monitor project performance indicators and key metrics, proactively addressing deviations from plan and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Quality Assurance and Control:
  • Establish and enforce quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure project deliverables meet quality standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Conduct regular quality inspections, audits, and reviews to assess compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Financial Management:
  • Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, tracking expenses, revenue, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure accurate and timely invoicing, cost tracking, and financial reporting, in compliance with company policies and client contracts.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in managing large-scale construction, engineering, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, drive performance, and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyse complex problems, make data-driven decisions, and develop innovative solutions to achieve project objectives.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices, with relevant certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office applications, with experience in developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field is desirable.
• Previous experience in client-facing roles and managing client relationships is advantageous.