Project Manager
- Daily Rate: £500 – 550 per day (depending on experience)
- Location: Farringdon, London
- Job Type: Hybrid – 2 days in the office
Reed Professional Services are seeking an experienced Project Manager to work with one of our FTSE 100 clients on a pivotal project within their Commercial IT team. This role is integral to the Digital, Innovation, and Transformation sector, focusing on data cleansing and data migration within a CRM transformation programme.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Lead and manage the project delivery process, collaborating closely with internal stakeholders at all levels and external software partners.
- Ensure successful delivery of projects with specific involvement in managing data cleansing and data migration tasks.
- Develop and maintain internal partner relationships, understanding the importance of working with third parties.
- Apply architecture, policies, and governance to the delivery of the project.
- Manage upwards and influence within a complex environment.
- Contribute collaboratively in a team-based environment, beyond the direct remit of the position.
- Utilise knowledge and experience of both traditional and modern software/IT development lifecycles.
- Oversee the entire project lifecycle, including Qualification, Concept, Feasibility, and Business Case Development.
- Manage project finances effectively, ensuring cost performance assessment and financial planning.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven track record in scoping project management activities, specifically around data cleansing and data migration within a CRM transformation programme.
- Strong understanding of working with third parties and developing internal partner relationships.
- Excellent people management skills and the ability to manage and influence in a complex environment.
- In-depth understanding of business and a collaborative, team-based approach.
- Knowledge and experience of both traditional and modern software/IT development lifecycles (Agile, Iterative, and Waterfall).
- Financial acumen with experience in project financial planning.
Desirable:
- Technical domain experience in system integration, building frameworks, developing APIs, and messaging standards.
- Experience with Agile/Lean teams using SCRUM, KANBAN, XP delivery process frameworks.
- Continuous improvement knowledge and experience.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Jira, HP Application Lifecycle Management, and MS Office tools.
- Supplier management experience, from single to multiple external suppliers.
- Previous experience in a logistics company or consultancy is advantageous.
Benefits:
- Hybrid working model, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
- Opportunity to work on significant projects within a prestigious organisation.
To apply for this Project Manager position, please submit your CV and a member of the RPS Talent Team will be in touch