Project Manager
Posted 3 days ago by TESOL International Association
£510 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Project Manager role involves overseeing the transition to the Emergency Services Network (ESN) in Bristol, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency for emergency services. The position requires developing project management standards, managing financial reporting, and mentoring team members. The role is critical in ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and effective governance throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates must possess a commercial mindset and strong leadership skills to drive business value and improve delivery efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain project management standards and processes in line with the organisation's methodology.
- Support senior programme leadership in managing programme and project structures.
- Manage financial and KPI reporting in collaboration with the commercial team.
- Identify and manage dependencies, risks, and issues with mitigation strategies.
- Provide regular status updates to the executive board and senior management.
- Mentor and develop team members, sharing knowledge and best practices.
- Utilise Jira for effective execution of day-to-day programme activities.
Key Skills:
- Commercial mindset with the ability to drive business value.
- Team leadership and coaching skills.
- Solution-oriented approach to overcome obstacles.
- Agility and continuous improvement mindset.
- Process improvement capabilities to identify inefficiencies.
- Data analytics expertise for informed decision-making.
Salary (Rate): £510 daily
City: Bristol
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: Hybrid
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
Job Details
Project Manager
£510 Per Day, Inside IR35
12 Months Contract
Bristol
Hybrid
Sc Clearance Required
Your new company
A Large Organisation in the heart of Bristol
Your new role
The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is set to replace the current Airwave service used by emergency services across Great Britain. This transition will transform how emergency services operate, particularly on the front line, enabling greater efficiency and connectivity. Delivering ESN is a strategic priority and reflects a commitment to providing a world-class network that supports those who protect and serve the public.
Develop and maintain project management standards and processes in line with the organisation's unified methodology to ensure compliance and effective governance. Support senior programme leadership in creating and managing programme and project structures, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and prioritisation across the organisation. Manage financial and KPI reporting, working closely with the commercial team to ensure costs remain within expectations. Identify and manage dependencies, risks, and issues, developing mitigation strategies and ensuring timely reporting. Provide regular status updates to the executive board and senior management, keeping stakeholders informed of progress and potential impacts. Mentor and develop team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to continuously improve delivery efficiency and effectiveness. Utilise Jira and manage configurations to effectively execute day-to-day programme activities.
What you'll need to succeed
- Commercial Mindset: Ability to develop and implement ideas that drive business value using internal insights and external trends.
- Team Leadership & Coaching: Build high-performing teams, empower individuals, and support development activities.
- Solution-Oriented: Overcome obstacles and deliver ambitious goals through effective planning and execution.
- Agility & Continuous Improvement: Promote collaborative working practices and encourage process enhancements for optimal customer outcomes.
- Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies across teams, remove barriers, and secure resources to streamline operations.
- Data Analytics Expertise: Lead the development and application of data analytics for informed decision-making, providing technical guidance and capability.
What you'll get in return
£510 Per Day
What you need to do now
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