Senior Project Manager

Department: Regulated Power

Location: Oxford

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and leading large-scale projects from initiation to completion, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and schedule. You will play a key role in managing project teams, coordinating activities, and mitigating risks to achieve project objectives and exceed client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk management strategies, in collaboration with stakeholders and project teams.
• Lead project execution, monitoring progress, managing changes, and addressing issues or conflicts to ensure project milestones are achieved and deliverables meet quality standards.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, internal teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and ensuring effective communication to align expectations and resolve issues.
• Conduct regular stakeholder meetings, status updates, and project reviews to provide transparency, address concerns, and maintain alignment with project objectives.

Team Leadership And Development

• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to project teams, including project managers, engineers, and support staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Support the professional development of team members through coaching, training, and mentoring, promoting continuous learning and career growth opportunities.

Resource Management

• Manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimize utilization, minimize costs, and maximize efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with resource managers and functional leads to ensure adequate staffing levels and skill sets are available to meet project requirements.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing proactive risk mitigation plans and contingency strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project success.
• Monitor project performance indicators and key metrics, proactively addressing deviations from plan and implementing corrective actions as necessary.

Quality Assurance And Control

• Establish and enforce quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure project deliverables meet quality standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.
• Conduct regular quality inspections, audits, and reviews to assess compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Financial Management

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, tracking expenses, revenue, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure accurate and timely invoicing, cost tracking, and financial reporting, in compliance with company policies and client contracts.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in managing large-scale construction, engineering, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, drive performance, and deliver results in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyse complex problems, make data-driven decisions, and develop innovative solutions to achieve project objectives.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices, with relevant certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office applications, with experience in developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field is desirable.
• Previous experience in client-facing roles and managing client relationships is advantageous.

To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to join our team, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment and interview process by emailing recruitment@ocugroup.com.

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