Project Manager
Rate - £450 (A Day)
Duration - 4 Months (Initial)
Location - Dorset (Hybrid)
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a high-impact workload planning and transformation project within a higher education environment. This role will focus on driving change across academic workload models through the creation of new policies, workload frameworks, and tariff structures.
The ideal candidate will bring proven experience delivering complex change initiatives within a university or higher education setting and will be confident working with senior academic and professional services stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the delivery of a workload planning and transformation programme
Design and implement new workload models, policies, and tariff frameworks
Drive organisational change and ensure adoption across faculties and departments
Engage and influence senior academic stakeholders and governance groups
Facilitate workshops and consultations to gather requirements and build alignment
Manage project plans, risks, dependencies, and reporting to senior leadership
Essential Experience
Strong Project Management experience delivering change and transformation projects
Previous experience working within higher education or a university environment
Experience in workload planning, workforce modelling, or resource allocation
Proven ability to develop and implement policies and frameworks
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Desirable
Experience with academic workload allocation models
Knowledge of academic contracts and HE governance
Project management qualification (PRINCE2, Agile, MSP, or equivalent)