Senior Project Manager

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Leicester . This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful initiation, planning, execution, control, and closure of complex projects within our organisation. You will be instrumental in driving project success, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record of managing diverse project portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, budget, and schedules.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects, including resource allocation, task management, and progress tracking.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Conduct project post-mortems and create lessons learned reports to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Oversee and manage the project budget, ensuring financial objectives are met and reporting on variances.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; PMP or PRINCE2 certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in a project management role, with a track record of managing projects from inception to completion.
• Demonstrated experience in managing budgets, resources, and stakeholder expectations for complex projects .
• Proficiency in project management software such as Asana, Jira, or Microsoft Project.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity for hybrid working arrangements, blending office and remote work.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Generous annual leave and company holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning support.