Guardian Jobs · 9 hours ago
Senior Project Manager, F.J. WILSON
Days Creek, OR
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
£25.17/hr - £28.35/hrGuardian Jobs is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver a diverse portfolio of organisational projects during a period of maternity cover. This role involves overseeing a significant proportion of the project portfolio, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope while managing relationships with senior stakeholders.
Marketing & Advertising
Responsibilities
Lead and manage a substantial portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery in line with agreed objectives, timelines and governance requirements
Provide end‑to‑end project management, from business case development and planning through to implementation and closure
Work collaboratively with senior leadership and departmental heads to ensure projects align with organisational strategy and priorities
Line manage a Project Support Administrator, ensuring resources are allocated effectively across projects
Prepare, maintain and report on project documentation, including project plans, risk and issue logs, budgets and progress reports
Track project performance, benefits and key performance indicators, escalating risks and issues where appropriate
Chair and coordinate cross‑organisation project and steering group meetings, including engagement with external suppliers and contractors when required
Manage project budgets, process invoices and expenses, and produce regular financial reconciliation reports
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted point of contact
Support effective communication and change management activity related to projects
Contribute to the development of project tools, templates and training materials
Provide cover and support for senior project leadership during periods of leave, as required
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies and documentation
Proven track record of successfully delivering projects in a complex or professional environment
Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
Experience of organising and supporting project meetings, including minute taking
Ability to analyse complex information and communicate it clearly
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and online systems
Ability to work independently, use initiative and collaborate effectively as part of a team
Experience of user acceptance testing or similar assurance activity
Preferred
A recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent)
Experience working in a professional body or the education sector
Benefits
Rolled up holiday pay
Company
Guardian Jobs
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51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase