Are you curious about new technologies, and how they can lead to long-term sustainable value?
We think creatively at the intersection of business and technology, inventing solutions to redefine what you do.
Cambridge Consultants is a world-class supplier of innovative product development, design engineering and technology consulting, and we are looking for an experienced and diligent Project Management Assistant / Senior Project Coordinator to join our team.
The role
The main purpose of the job is to be the Programme Manager’s trusted partner in delivering Cambridge Consultants' most complex and high-value projects, resulting in exceptional innovation and client satisfaction.
In this busy and fast-paced role, you will become a member of an established and experienced programme management team, responsible for the delivery of a wide range of exciting projects.
Responsibilities
With the support and guidance of your team, your responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following:
* Liaise with the project team, clients and suppliers to arrange meetings and chase actions.
* Provide a point of contact internally and externally, facilitating effective communication between different teams and stakeholders.
* Manage project invoices and payment schedules, as well as non-disclosure agreements.
* Track project costs vs budget and progress against baseline and forecast.
* Write and maintain quality plans, risk registers, action registers, H&S risk assessments, project instructions, and project progress reports.
* Develop an understanding of all facets of the project, including attending and taking minutes at technical project meetings, issue logging and tracking, and preparing weekly progress reports for clients.
* Develop established relationships across the business and work closely with critical project support functions.
* Deputise for Project Managers, undertake project management responsibilities for smaller project deliveries, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
* Liaise with management to deliver appropriate resources based on the needs of the project.
What you can bring
* A good level of numeracy and literacy, experience of MS tools, particularly Word and Excel.
* Comfortable working with people across all levels of seniority, both internally and in a client-facing environment.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate excellent organisational skills.
* A goal-oriented mindset and willingness to tackle new challenges head-on.
It would be of particular interest if you have any of the additional experience below, however, these should not deter you from applying:
* Experience of working in a similar role within a project delivery environment.
* Experience with financial systems, reporting tools, and budget tracking systems.
* Experience of working with UK government, including SC vetting.
Cambridge Consultants is a workplace where everyone is welcome. We believe that equality can only flourish when everyone feels involved and has a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and dimensions of society.
Cambridge Consultants is committed to developing its employees’ careers and has a flexible policy for individual capabilities and preferences. Promotion is linked to merit.
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