Job Description
Lead Project Manager
Location: Cheltenham (One day a week)
Salary: Up to £80,000 base salary plus bonus
VIQU has partnered with a leading FTSE100 company seeking a Lead Project Manager to support an ongoing digital transformation. The Lead Project Manager will oversee a team of four project managers, focusing on Application (ERP/SaaS) and Infrastructure projects.
The ideal candidate must have prior experience as a line manager, be comfortable delivering projects using both waterfall and agile methodologies, and have a proven track record of delivering projects such as Dynamics 365, ERP systems, Application integration, Warehouse Management Systems, and SaaS implementations.
Responsibilities:
* Line manage a team of four project engineers, including developing the team, setting KPIs, conducting 1-2-1 meetings, and ensuring project delivery.
* Standardize project management processes and define a clear methodology for project delivery.
* Ensure adherence to best practices across projects.
* Support complex Application and Infrastructure projects, tracking timelines, risks, and budgets.
* Manage relationships with senior stakeholders.
Requirements:
* Experience managing a team of project managers on complex technical projects.
* Experience establishing standardized project management processes or setting up a Centre of Excellence.
* Proven experience delivering complex application and IT infrastructure projects.
* Experience working in both Agile and Waterfall environments.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to gain stakeholder buy-in.
To discuss this opportunity further, please APPLY NOW for a no-obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. You can also contact Jack McManus via the VIQU website.
If you know someone suitable for this role, VIQU offers a referral bonus of up to £1,000 once your referral starts work with our client (terms apply).
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