Description
Primary Purpose of the Job
We are seeking a highly organised and results-driven Project Manager to oversee and execute projects from initiation to completion.
The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating resources to ensure successful project delivery. This role requires excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills to manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders effectively.
Requirements
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Meet with service line heads and other business owners to clarify specific requirements of each project.
Lead project planning sessions to set project goals and objectives, determine timelines, define tasks, and outline resources necessary to successfully complete the project.
Monitor the progress of projects, including addressing issues that may arise and ensuring project deliverables are completed on time.
Use an appropriate tracking tool to coordinate different elements of the project.
Follow standard processes as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI).
Organize regular status and review meetings as necessary, including generating and distributing meeting minutes.
Synthesise and analyze data to prepare accurate financial forecasts and reports
Gather resources, identify potential constraints based on activities and timeframes, and define solutions to manage any constraints
Design a risk management plan to minimize foreseeable disruptions to the project
Manage relevant budgets to ensure compliance with processes such as RFP generation and PO generation
Oversee all incoming and outgoing project documentation, including managing contracts
Manager a portfolio and resources to ensure stakeholder engagement through project plans, schedules, project tracking, budget and resource allocation, Gantt charts, and workload analysis
Report regularly to management and relevant stakeholders on the progress of the project, challenges, resolutions, and alterations
Conduct project reviews, including creating detailed reports for executive staff and identifying areas for future improvement
Ensure all project deliverables, deadlines, and client expectations are met
Optimize and improve processes, identify growth opportunities, and initiate new projects
Policies and Procedures
Comply with all relevant policies and procedures
Complete all documents required by the firm policies and procedures
Other
Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as may be reasonably expected of the role and as necessary in order to achieve the objectives of the Shared Services team
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in project management, information systems, or a related technical field
Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus
Experience
Minimum 5-6 years relevant work experience
Experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Maconomy and/or other ERP systems will be advantageous.
Requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated expertise in managing IT and business transformation projects through all phases of a project life cycle
Working knowledge of Microsoft operating systems and programs including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
Expertise with project management software (e.g. Microsoft Project) Advanced negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
Strong management, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Ability to present technical information clearly and concisely at a level appropriate to the target audience
Ability to solve problems by systematically analyzing issues, drawing logical conclusions, and recommending practical solutions Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage the workload of multiple projects
Competencies: Knowledge and SkillsJob Competencies
Flexibility and creative thinking
Demonstrated ability to effectively direct, coordinate, and follow up with team members to ensure timely completion of project deliverables
Ability to work effectively under pressure and time constraints in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment
Proven ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders