Lead Project Manager
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Permanent, Full-time
Hours of work: - 37.5
A new exciting opportunity has become available for a Lead Project Manager, working with a global leading construction company. You will play a key role in overseeing and managing the IT project delivery team. You will also deliver key business projects by planning, executing, and overseeing projects. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the successful planning, execution and completion of IT projects in alignment with business goals.
You will:
- Coach the project delivery team, providing clear direction and motivation.
- Provide guidance and direction to the project management team
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence within the team.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including business leaders, department heads, and external vendors.
- Establish and enforce project management standards, processes, and methodologies.
- Develop and implement risk management strategies.
- Allocate resources (including personnel and budgets) effectively to meet project goals.
- Monitor and report on project performance, including key performance indicators (KPIs), milestones, and budget adherence.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Establish regular communication channels with stakeholders to provide project updates.
- Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and compliance requirements.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.
We are looking for:
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards (if applicable).
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
- Knowledge and expertise aligned to professional certification in project management (PRINCE2 practitioner, Agile Scrum Master, Project Management Professional (PMP) or other relevant certifications)
Please apply with your updated CV to be immediately considered.