Junior Project Manager
Location: Manchester, UK (Office: M1 1AE; Hybrid / Remote Options)
About Our Client
Our Client is a leading technology consultancy in Manchester's Innovation District, delivering end-to-end digital transformation and IT infrastructure projects for clients in finance, retail, and the public sector.
Role Snapshot
We're seeking an Entry-Level Junior Project Manager to join our Project Management Office (PMO). You'll partner with senior PMs to oversee small-scale projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure deliverables meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
Your Day-to-Day
- Plan & Track: Build and maintain detailed project plans (Gantt charts, roadmaps) and update timelines.
- Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate status meetings, prepare progress reports, and escalate risks or issues.
- Resource Coordination: Align team members, track task ownership, and follow up on action items.
- Budget Monitoring: Assist in tracking project budgets and forecasting spend against deliverables.
- Quality Control: Support UAT cycles, collect feedback, and confirm deliverables meet defined criteria.
- Process Optimization: Help refine PMO templates, checklists, and best practices.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, IT, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication, with a knack for stakeholder engagement.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Excel, or similar planning tools (or eagerness to learn).
- Proactive, solution-oriented mindset and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
- Basic understanding of project lifecycles; any exposure to Agile/Scrum is a plus.
What You'll Get
- Salary: £30,000-£34,000 per annum.
- Flexible Working: Hybrid model—split time between our Manchester office and home.
- Career Progression: Structured pathway to Project Manager (within 18-24 months) with dedicated mentorship.
- Learning Support: £1,000/year for PRINCE2, Agile Foundation, or other professional certifications.
- Team Culture: Regular "lunch & learns," peer coaching, and social events.
- Impact: Play a key role in delivering high-visibility projects for household-name clients.