Location: Hybrid – 3 days in office (Wilmslow HQ), 2 days from home
We are The Citation Group - a collective of businesses dedicated to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises across a range of essential services. We know that running a business means juggling a lot. Our mission is to ease these pressures by providing expertise, guidance, and solutions that enable business leaders to focus on what they do best. From HR and Health & Safety to Cybersecurity, E-Learning, and ISO compliance, we’ve got you covered.
Citation Group has achieved strong growth through a combination of organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, continually broadening our expertise, services, and reach to create a one-stop shop that supports businesses across the UK, Canada and Australia.
The role
* Effectively manage several projects from start to closure, working closely with internal departments and third‑party suppliers, including change management and adoption activities.
* Co‑ordinate all resource requirements as required to ensure successful implementation.
* Oversee assignments to project work and delivery of outputs as needed.
* Continuous assessment of the implementation status, including updated plans and progress reports.
* Meet with stakeholders to discuss requirements and implementation status.
* Lead discovery sessions and scoping workshops.
* Liaise with project resource, key stakeholders and management team to provide status updates on the progress of projects.
* Identify areas of deviation from the agreed specification and instigate change control procedures.
* Introduce contingency planning when implementation is not running to schedule or to mitigate risks.
* Liaise with all relevant parties to ensure any issues are dealt with satisfactorily both pre and post implementation.
* Work with departmental heads to improve business processes across teams.
* Work with other Project Managers for the management of team diaries and coordinating resource allocation for assigned projects.
* Regularly update the Senior Management Team on the progress of key projects and outstanding issues.
* Provide regular budget forecast and variance reports.
* Provide and maintain resource plan, allowing for seasonal variations and develop mitigating action plans.
* Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
* Review project scopes and objectives, ensuring technical feasibility.
* Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs.
* Measure team performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques.
* Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
* Identify project implementation processes changes as and when required.
About you
* Have strong leadership skills, including excellent verbal / written communication and presentation skills.
* Able to remain calm under pressure.
* You will be presentable and confident when meeting new people and have the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
* Have excellent problem‑solving skills.
* Ability to react to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
* Be flexible during times of change.
* Ability to be persuasive, encouraging, and motivating.
* Ability to develop and maintain effective communications to ensure co‑operation both internally and externally.
Here’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:
25 Days of Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
We’re talking sun‑soaked beaches, snow‑capped mountains, or simply your favourite cozy spot at home. Take your well‑deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.
Birthday Bliss
Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU.
Post‑Wedding Bliss
Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post‑wedding happiness.
Growing Families
We’re all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents. Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family.
Healthcare cash plan
Your well‑being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.
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