Project Manager

Job title:

Project Manager

Company:

PeoplePlus

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to lead a mobilisation project across a number of government contracts. This exciting role will lead the set up and coordination of key activities across a number of workstreams (including HR, Operations, IT and Quality) driving the successful implementation of services. This role is initially 6 months fixed term with the view to extend, the position will be remote and require national travel.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management; with specific experience in central government mobilisations. They will have excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, coupled with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the government contracts sector.Key Responsibilities of this role will include:

• Working with a team of workstream leads including (HR, Commercial, Operations, Quality, Marketing, IT and Training) to develop and execute a comprehensive mobilisation plan across all workstreams
• Ensuring all workstream leads, suppliers and key stakeholders are aligned and remain bought into the plan with clear ownership and accountability.
• Engaging and communicating effectively and proactively with all key stakeholder groups.
• Proactively identifying and managing mobilisation issues, risks, constraints and dependencies; clearly articulating key risks and issues to the wider programme, as required.
• Taking ownership and seeking out innovative risk mitigations and solutions to issues with workstream leads and other stakeholders.
• Regularly programme reporting on progress against key milestones and risks and issues to senior internal and external stakeholders through formal governance structures.
• Working closely with operational, finance and commercial colleagues to ensure adherence to contractual, commercial and operational obligations/requirements.
• Planning for and delivering an agreed handover to Business as Usual (BAU) with agreed acceptance criteria and operational owners
• Documenting and agreeing acceptance criteria and owners for other Stage Gates, facilitating reviews and providing necessary evidence
• Leading regular project and individual workstream meetings and calls with internal teams, 3rd party providers and client stakeholders.
• Creating a project team environment that stimulates a positive ‘can do’ approach, enabling individuals to contribute and realise their potential

Join us in this exciting role where you will have the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals and the broader community. If you have the skills and experience we are looking for and are looking for a challenging, yet rewarding role where you can leave a lasting legacy, we would love to hear from you!For full details of the role and the person specification please review the job description or If you would like to speak to the recruitment team before you apply, please email any questions to and one of the team will come back to you. If you wish to apply, please ensure this is done via the apply now button. Applications cannot be accepted via email.

Expected salary

£55000 per year

Location

Birmingham

Job date

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 02:07:57 GMT

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