Project Manager

Your new company
A dynamic and forward-thinking Public Sector organisation that thrives on innovation and collaboration. Seeking a Junior Project Manager to join their team and drive successful project delivery across various departments.

Your new role
You will be responsible for:

• Budget Monitoring: You'll be responsible for monitoring project budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost control.
• Project Planning: Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, incorporating change control processes as needed. Your goal is to ensure that agreed-upon project timescales are met.
• Lead projects or subproject activities, overseeing their timely delivery within budget constraints. Identify and manage project interdependencies.
• Reporting and Governance: Provide accurate and timely progress reports to relevant project meetings. Adhere to Project Governance protocols, ensuring smooth project operations.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify emerging challenges, risks, and issues that could impact project success. Escalate corrective actions when necessary.
• Change Management: Collaborate with the Senior Responsible Officer (SRO) to embed change across the organisation and partner entities. Facilitate the realisation of identified benefits.
  
  

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience of managing streams of project activity or small projects
• Qualified in Project Management methods including PRINCE2, APMP, PMP or equivalent PM methodologies gained within their degree
• Familiar with change management principles and/or experience or qualifications in change management methodology
• Experience of working on IT projects or within an IT environment
  
  

What you'll get in return

• Salary between 38,000 - 44,500
• This is a 6-month FTC role but is a great foot in the door for a highly regarded Scottish Public sector organisation.
• Join and work with a fantastic team in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

What you need to do now
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