The Role:
* Lead and Develop Teams: Manage and grow a cross-functional project team, fostering collaboration across departments.
* Oversee Projects: Ensure successful delivery of projects, meeting agreed standards, outcomes, timelines, and budgets.
* Build Client Relations: Act as the key point of contact for high-level stakeholders, maintaining strong client relationships.
* Manage Risks and Compliance: Identify and mitigate project risks while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
* Ensure Quality: Implement a robust quality assurance approach for all projects, adapting to meet client requirements.
* Manage Resources and Budgets: Allocate resources effectively, manage project budgets, and track performance metrics.
* Drive Continuous Improvement: Embed a culture of continuous improvement, refining processes, methodologies, and best practices.
Requirements:
* Proven Experience: Experience in managing mid to large-scale, complex projects.
* Project Management Skills: Proficiency in methodologies such as PRINCE2, Agile, Scrum, Lean, Kanban, SAFe, or similar.
* Leadership Abilities: Experience in leading and managing a project management team.
* Organisational Skills: Exceptional organisational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
* Sector Experience: Experience in government or public sector projects and understanding of regulatory requirements.
* Budget Management: Experience in budget management and resource allocation.
* Governance Skills: Ability to implement good governance within project delivery, including risk management and project planning.
* Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Desirable Skills:
* Knowledge of Dynamics 365, Power BI, DevOps, and other relevant project management software.
* Experience in a research-driven or consultancy environment.
* Knowledge of the built environment sector or a related industry.
* Understanding of ISO 9001 or other relevant industry standards.