Project Managers (x2) required to lead client focused software development projects within a newly formed project management group within our IT client. In addition to managing the full lifecycle development, the project managers will also embed project management best practice in an environment where this attitude is still maturing.
Prospective candidates will have demonstrable experience of managing full lifecycle development projects within a newly implemented formal project environment. Your experience as a project manager should therefore extend to embedding best practice project management including earned value, agile and waterfall. Your client facing skills are of highest standard as are your leadership abilities.
This is an excellent opportunity to help define the project management ethos within an established and highly regarded company. If you feel you have the experience and gravitas to succeed do not delay in applying.
Responsibilities will include the following:
• Work with cross function teams in a matrix environment to define project plans • Assist with project initiation by developing project Charter/Scope and usher them through approvals • Develop and execute detailed communication plans • Create and maintain effective Risk management plans • Generate work breakdown structure and produce activity, milestones, budgets and project success criteria • Construct detailed project schedules by working with team members to create feasible work and durations estimates • Monitor and control the project activities to ensure project success • Pro-actively manage project issues providing appropriate issues escalation to the necessary levels • Manage project changes; ensuring each proposed change goes through a systematic project impact analysis and is effectively communicated
Area:
London
Region:
London - London Central/West End
Location:
Central London
Type:
Permanent
IndustrySector:
Technology - IT Software
Salary Guide:
£50k-£60k
Start Date:
ASAP
Skills:
• Solid project management lifecycle experience in a leading role • Experience of software development lifecycle • Experience working in and implementation of both agile and waterfall development methodologies • Formal training in project management disciplines • Knowledge of earned value • Strong interpersonal skills • Exceptional problem management and troubleshooting skills • Exhibits excellent judgement, initiative, responsibility and leadership • An understanding of best practice for requirements engineering: use cases, functional and non-functional requirements • Experience of best practice for Quality Assurance • Participation on change control boards • The ability to work well as part of a team and independently • Experience of working within a PMO environment • Project management certification • Prince 2
