Senior Project Manager in London

The role is responsible for the co-ordination and leadership of a project team to deliver projects on time, within budget and to quality standards.

Need to Have:

• At least 5 years in a similar role
• 3 years experience in Mission Critical communications
• Degree in relevant discipline and Project Management Accreditation desirable
• Good technical understanding of Telecommunications Industry essential
• Understanding of the industry Health & Safety requirements essential
• Excellent commercial aptitude
• Strong understanding of project methodology
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Strong leadership and coaching skills
• Strong organisational ability with experience in MS Project or similar project tools
• Proven people skills in delivery of project KPIs and experience in customer facing role

Need to Do:

People Management:

• The effective leadership and management of project teams, including the development of teams and individuals, site based or office based, in partnership with HR and other departments
• Act as mentor to new Junior Project Managers on the team
• Ensure project team has the necessary safety training/inductions to undertake site work
• Implementation of the performance management system
• Assisting and supporting the team in the implementation and recording of training

Operational:

• Implementation and maintenance of relevant approved processes, procedures, health and safety and technical standards and ensure their consistency with requirements of other departments
• Management of the relevant sub-contractors, monitor performance in terms of time, cost, quality and health & safety
• Responsible for building a solid schedule of works in conjunction with the Program Manager
• Ensure familiarity of client specifications and update and audit sites accordingly
• Oversee snagging process and manage all corrective actions prior to client handover
• Responsible for ensuring all handover documentation is completed and submitted Right First Time
• Responsible for materials and plant ordering
• Undertake all necessary actions and support to facilitate achievement of delivery team targets in terms of time, cost, quality and Client SLA

Health & Safety:

• Ensure all project activities/project team are fully compliant with the Company Safety Management System and relevant statutory regulations
• Preparation of all necessary documentation e.g. H&S Plan, Site Survey checklist, Materials List (if applicable), Site Completion Pack (if applicable)
• Ensure that sub-contractors have received appropriate safety training and receive regular audits to ensure compliance
• Ensure that project team are wearing the correct and specified personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Review safety inspections for sites and liaise with the Safety Officer to ensure that any recurring problems are rectified by the Crew Leaders

Environment:

• Ensure all project activities/project team are fully compliant with all the requirements of the Environmental Management System
• Responsible for ensuring all works are carried out in compliance with company’s environmental standard i.e. site waste disposal, materials used refer to SHEQ-1003 and SHEQ-1022 for listing of Environmental Aspects and Hazardous substances used in the company

Commercial Awareness:

• Be proactive in building a positive relationship with the Client Project Team
• Ensure thorough understanding of project commercials
• Preparation of site specific client quotations
• Preparation, agreement and tracking of quotations for variations with client in conjunction with the Senior PM
• Evaluation and Certification of all relevant supplier and sub-contractor invoices
• Preparation of P&L accounts for individual sites to track commercial performance
• Delivery of KPIs with nominal Additional Works and stringent adherence to Health and Safety/Quality protocols

Communication:

• Attend project/programme/client meetings, as required, to ensure effective communication across the project

Need to Be:

• Commercially focused and able to deliver project KPIs on time, on budget and according to quality metrics
• Focused on ensuring delivery right first time
• Able to understand and meet client expectations in line with project scope
• Self-starter who can operate effectively in a dynamic and fast paced organisation
• Able to build and maintain good relationships with key project stakeholders
• Provides effective direction and guidance to project team
• Solutions focused and process orientated