Title: Program Manager
Location: Onsite Hybrid – Kings Cross
Start date: ASAP
Duration: 12 months
Pay Rate: £35.10
The main function of a non-IT program manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.
Job Responsibilities:
* Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
* Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
* Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
* Analyse technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
* Confer with management, production and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
* Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.
* Direct, review and approve product designs and changes.
* Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications.
Skills:
* Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
* Strong ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
* Strong leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
* Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
* Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
* Strong knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.
* PMI or PMP certification preferred.