Associate Project Manager in Pontefract

Description

• Work closely with Project Managers and Senior Project Managers to ensure all facets of assigned projects are actively managed.
• Ensure internal tracking systems are kept up to date on all assigned projects.
• Participate in internal and external communication of Project status and progress.
• Participate in the management of final deliverables, ensuring TAIT quality throughout delivery.
• Risk monitoring and delay management.

• Participate in translating Client needs into “TAIT language”.
• Ensure that the Client’s vision is considered throughout the Bidding phase.
• Participate in drafting Project Proposals and Quotes.
• Participate in the development of creative and technical solutions.
• Participate in cost estimates and determine contingencies.
• Participate in pricing and payment schedule discussions internally.

• Understand the Project’s commercial terms as outlined in the contract, along with contractual and legal relationships formed between TAIT and the project client.
• Participate in ensuring TAIT’s duties and responsibilities are properly executed.
• Participate in ensuring the client executes their duties correctly and, where necessary, ensure TAIT’s interests are protected.

• Plan cashflow schedule according to proposals and contracts.
• Participate in maintaining payment schedule and invoicing.
• Participate in the development of “As Sold” budget at the outset of a project.
• Participate in maintaining ongoing financial forecasts.
• Monitor and control Project costs and Change Orders (Extras).
• Raise early flags for potential risks as well as opportunities.

• Develop and maintain good relationships with Project Performance and Operations groups.
• Proactive, open, and transparent communication.
• Attend and/or organize regular check‐in meetings.
• Participate in identifying who should be “around the table” for strategic conversations.
• Participate in resolving challenges, conflicts, or disputes within a Project or between competing Projects.
• Attend global and regional “All Hands” and similar organization meetings and gatherings.
• Stay up to date on time clocking, expense report submittals, and other administrative tasks.

• Identify opportunities for minor and major improvements in the Project Process.
• Participate in departmental and organizational initiatives.
• Participate in “Lessons Learned” discussions.

• Actively seek opportunities to build new skills and hone or improve existing skills.
• Focus on hard skills for tactical application and soft skills for interpersonal communication and effective leadership.
• Participate in provided learning opportunities.
• Propose new learning and experiences for self and team.

• Experience in Entertainment Industry or Project Management
  OR Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Technical Theatre or Live Event related field.
• The ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and agile environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service-oriented mindset.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to be in office Monday – Friday, with travel to job sites up to 30%.

• Experience in Entertainment Industry or Project Management
  OR Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Technical Theatre or Live Event related field.
• The ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and agile environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service-oriented mindset.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to be in office Monday – Friday, with travel to job sites up to 30%.

• Project management methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall).
• Familiarity with the following software:

• Project scheduling software (e.g. MS Project, Asana).
• Content Management Systems (e.g. Box, SharePoint, Google Drive).
• Budget management and analysis tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau).