Senior Project Manager - MUST HAVE TOLLING EXPERIENCE
Salary £170-190k
Onsite
The Project Manager will plan, organize, budget, supervise, and direct the daily operations of the project’s team.
This position is responsible for successfully managing project deliverables, including the scope of work as defined by the contract, as well as all support functions, associated people and teams, the financial responsibilities of the project team, and the equipment, materials, and supplies used in meeting contract obligations. There is a strong focus on financials and contract management in this position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Project Planning and Execution:
- Lead and develop comprehensive project development plans including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
- Oversee and ensure the execution of projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards, safety regulations, and contractual requirements.
- Oversee and ensure end-to-end delivery, maintenance and closing out.
- Ensure appropriate change controls in place and are followed.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations governing construction and IT projects.
Team Leadership and Development:
- Lead, mentor, and motivate a diverse team including engineers and technical specialists.
- Foster a collaborative work environment, promoting effective communication and knowledge sharing within the team.
Contract Management:
- Oversee the negotiation, administration, and management of contracts with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Ensure compliance with contract terms, including deliverables, milestones, and payment schedules.
Performance and Financial Monitoring:
Monitor project progress, ensuring accuracy in reporting and forecasting.
Adhere to budgetary constraints and resource allocation.
Provide accurate and timely project financial reporting.
Establish and enforce budget controls, escalating significant concerns promptly.
Deliver Project-based P&L.
Plan, develop, and implement operating budget(s) and monitor costs for adherence.
Risk Management and Issue Resolution:
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions/liquidated damages and proactively address issues.
Ensure the appropriate handling and response of internal and external complaints to a mutually beneficial resolution.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors and vendors including senior levels, ensuring effective communication and follow-up.
Act as the primary contact for client communication, providing regular updates on project status, risks and opportunities.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations or similar.
Note: a combination of education and experience will be considered.
Minimum 5 years in a highly complex project manager role.
Government, Tolling or other highly regulated industry experience highly desired.
PMP Certification desired.
Proven experience delivering complex projects on-time and on-budget.
Skills:
Strong proficiency in project management.
Strong financial acumen.
Negotiation skills.
Effective communication skills (including presentation) working with and through all levels of an organization.
Hands-on problem solver.
Senior level customer relationship management.
Strong aptitude to guide and mentor team members working on-site and in the field.
Analytical and keen eye for detail.
Highly developed sense of integrity and commitment to operational excellence.
Technical Knowledge:
Oracle/Java-based environments
Project Management software
ERP systems (ie Netsuite, SAP)
Agile methodology
Microsoft Office/365 products (word, excel, powerpoint, teams, outlook)
Excellent computer skills-sets with the ability to create and generate project reports.
