Project Manager
Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people and our community. Our mission and our values guide the way we do business. The foundation of our Leidos culture is our Values, Beliefs and Expectations by which we select, recognise and reward employees. They create the environment that drives us toward our mission. Inspired to make a difference, we are committed to solving the world’s toughest problems. Passionate about customer success by being determined to understand and respond to our customers’ needs as if they were our own. United as a team, we are bound together by our conviction that ethics and integrity is core to how we operate.
Role Description:
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Project Manager to join our team on a permanent basis. Based from our Whiteley office (UK), the individual will provide direct support to the Programme Manager to successfully deliver a developmental programme to our customer NATS and our customers in Scotland Government. This position is a full time, permanent role and applicants must have SC clearance or be willing to undergo the clearance process. Ad-hoc travel may be required to various customer and Leidos sites.
THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY
The Project Manager will be responsible for delivering a series of software development projects in support of the wider IT Infrastructure and business applications services for NATS and Scottish Government. The Project Manager will report to the Programme Manager and will be responsible for leading a cross functional team to deliver against programme commitments.
Primary responsibilities will include:
* Manage multiple small projects of varying timescales and value (£1k to £10m) in support of the overall programme delivery
* Develop robust plans in order to meet programme and customer commitments
* Track performance against plan, identify and execute plans to mitigate blockers
* Identify and manage Risks, Issues and Opportunities
* Effectively communicate status to programme leadership
* Manage key stakeholders to align expectations
* Mobilise, deliver and handover projects to BAU
Required Skills:
* Proven track record successfully managing multiple small projects/programmes
* Good interpersonal skills and judgement for dealing with both internal and external stakeholders to develop strong working relations to support achieving objectives
* Ability to engage effectively within a multi-functional programme team comprising both customer, supplier and Leidos staff
* Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of business, finance and personnel management techniques
* The ability to communicate, negotiate and influence effectively at all levels
* Ability to motivate and develop staff
* Commitment to working collaboratively across Leidos and the customer
Clearance Required:
This role will require UK SC clearance.
What we do for you:
At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent.
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone.
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