Project Manager

Scalian; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Project Manager to lead and optimize projects using Planisware. In this role, you will coach teams, customize project management tools, and ensure best practices are followed. Your analytical skills will help identify trends and opportunities, while your ability to communicate effectively will foster collaboration among stakeholders. Join a dynamic multinational consultancy with over 30 years of experience, dedicated to delivering excellence in engineering and digital systems across various sectors, including automotive and aerospace.

Qualifications

• Expertise in using Planisware for project management.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in coaching teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and training on Planisware for project management.
• Monitor ongoing projects and advise on performance and tracking.

Skills

Planisware

Project Management

Coaching

Problem-Solving

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Project Management

Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within the decided-upon budget, timeline, and scope. They will also effectively monitor and present project updates to relevant stakeholders, clients, or project team members.

Responsibilities

1. Coaching and Training: Provide guidance, coaching, and training to teams or individuals in effectively utilising Planisware for unified planning, project management, and resource allocation.
2. Customisation: Assist in configuring Planisware to meet the specific planning and reporting needs of the organisation, tailoring the software to align with project management processes.
3. Best Practices: Promote best practices in project and portfolio management by utilising Planisware, including project scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and financial tracking.
4. Project Oversight: Monitor and review ongoing projects within Planisware, advising on project tracking, progress, and performance to ensure alignment with organisational objectives.
5. Collaboration: Facilitate collaboration and communication between teams and stakeholders, ensuring unified planning and efficient resource use.
6. Problem-Solving: Assist in troubleshooting issues related to Planisware usage, data integrity, and reporting, providing solutions and recommendations.
7. Documentation: Maintain documentation on Planisware configurations, processes, and guidelines for reference and training.
8. Data Analysis: Analyse data and reports from Planisware to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and recommend improvements.
9. Continuous Improvement: Keep up-to-date with new Planisware features and seek ways to optimise planning processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Project Management, IT, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Proven expertise in using Planisware for project and portfolio management.
• Experience in coaching or training teams in Planisware.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and industry standards.

Key Competencies:

• Primavera P6 & MS Project knowledge
• Unified Planning
• Project Management
• Training and Coaching
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Collaboration
• Documentation
• Continuous Improvement

About us:

At Scalian, we are a leading multinational engineering consultancy with over 30 years of experience and 4,500 specialists. We focus on digital systems (IT, embedded software, electronics, systems engineering) and industrial performance (quality assurance, supply chain, operational excellence, project management).

Our expertise supports sectors such as automotive, aerospace, defence, rail, and energy, providing tailored support for their development and operations.