At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting projects in renewables and energy infrastructure while adapting to change.
- Company: Public Sector organisation in Edinburgh with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid work model, and potential contract extensions.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the renewable energy sector and enhance your project management skills.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of project management experience and relevant qualifications like PRINCE2.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
ASA Recruitments client, a Public Sector organisation in Edinburgh are currently looking to recruit a Project Manager for an initial 6 month contract (with potential extensions) on a rate of c.£450-£500/day inside of IR35 (based on experience). This is a hybrid role with 2 days per week onsite in the Edinburgh office and 3 working from home.
The Role: Our client is undertaking a portfolio of business change and digital projects. This interim worker will manage and deliver project(s) in the Commercial Development directorate with a focus on renewables and energy infrastructure - however may be required to support other projects in the portfolio as well.
Essential Experience:
- A strong track record (minimum five years) of managing and delivering medium and high-risk projects at pace, with an ability to adapt to inevitable change.
- Expert knowledge of the various project management and project delivery core processes and disciplines, using the right tools/approach at the right time in a proportionate and pragmatic manner.
- Hands-on experience of managing business improvement and transformation projects.
- Experience of managing and delivering projects with a strong commercial element (e.g., development of new commercial models) and capable of interacting with external suppliers.
- Experience of scoping technology solutions.
- Proficient team player in a multidisciplinary, self-managing team environment.
- Proficient in the use of project management tools and business tools (such as Microsoft applications).
- Competent in ensuring data of sufficient quality is appropriately used through analysis and evaluation to inform decisions.
- A recognised Project or Programme Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM PMQ/PPQ, MSP).
Desirable Experience:
- Experience of working in a land-based and/or renewable energy / energy infrastructure environment.
- Understanding of solutions to enable the coordination of casework, major projects and associated financial income.
- Understanding of service design, customer-centric design and value stream modelling concepts.
- Experience of contributing to, refining and maintaining the different perspectives of a Blueprint or Target Operating Model (TOM).
- Understanding of public sector procurement and acquisition, including contract and supplier management, and working with strategic delivery partners.
- Working knowledge of public sector project assurance regimes (e.g., Gateway Reviews).
Project Manager employer: ASA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED T/A ASA RECRUITMENT
As a Senior HR Business Partner with our esteemed Public Sector organisation in Dundee, you will be part of a dynamic team that values leadership, integrity, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through professional development opportunities and a commitment to equality and diversity. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a hybrid environment, allowing for flexibility while contributing to meaningful projects that impact the community.
Contact Details:
ASA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED T/A ASA RECRUITMENT Recruitment Team
