Head of Project Management and Change

Proximo Holdings Limited; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of specialist vehicles is looking for a Head of Project Management and Change in Chester. This pivotal role involves overseeing projects, leading change management, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The successful candidate will bring proven leadership in large-scale initiatives and project management methodologies.

Benefits

29 days holiday, no working on Bank Holidays, plus your birthday off

Hybrid working

Dedicated healthcare plan including optical, dentistry and physiotherapy

Summer and Christmas company events

Enhanced Paternity and Maternity leave

Health and Wellbeing programme

Life insurance

Retail Cashback Scheme

Service Reward Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large-scale project management and change initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and frameworks.
• Experience designing governance frameworks for projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of strategic projects aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead change management efforts within the organization.
• Facilitate stakeholder communication throughout project lifecycles.

Skills

Project Management

Change Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Governance

Leadership

Tools

PRINCE2

Agile

PMI

ADKAR

Kotter

Job description

Head of Project Management and Change

Chester

£70,000 - £75,000

At Proximo, the UK’s leading provider of specialist and adapted replacement vehicles, we are dedicated to keeping people on the move. When vehicles are out of action, we step in to provide replacements, ensuring our customers maintain their independence and mobility.

We are seeking aHead of Project Management and Change to lead and embed best practices in change management across Proximo Group. This role will be pivotal in delivering sustainable transformation, working closely with stakeholders to ensure projects are executed effectively and aligned with business goals.

The key responsibilities of this role are grouped into six main areas…

Project Management Leadership

Oversee the successful delivery of key strategic projects, ensuring alignment with organisational goals, timelines, and budgets.

Change Management

Lead change management efforts to ensure seamless adoption and embedding of new initiatives within the organisation.

Stakeholder Engagement

Facilitate regular communication to ensure stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout project lifecycles.

Portfolio Management

Establish a structured approach to portfolio management, ensuring prioritisation of projects based on strategic objectives and resource availability.

Capability Building

Mentor and support teams to build a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Governance and Reporting

Ensure robust governance processes are in place for all projects, including clear decision-making structures and risk management strategies.

You will lead change management efforts and approaches, foster stakeholder collaboration, and manage a structured project portfolio. With a strong focus on governance and continuous improvement, this role requires that the successful candidate has the expertise to significantly alter and transform our existing processes.

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience leading large-scale project management and change initiatives within complex organisations.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, PMI) and change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter).
• Experience in designing and implementing governance frameworks for projects and portfolios.
• A track record of building organisational capability in project and change management.

What will we offer you?

As an Investors in People GOLD standard employer and a member of the Inclusive Employers Group, we invest in your development and provide the latest technology, support, and knowledge to help you deliver excellent service to our customers.

• 29 days holiday, no working on Bank Holidays, plus your birthday off
• Hybrid working
• Dedicated healthcare plan including optical, dentistry and physiotherapy
• Summer and Christmas company events
• Enhanced Paternity and Maternity leave
• Health and Wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Retail Cashback Scheme
• Service Reward Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Are you ready to take the lead in driving change? Apply now and be part of our next journey at Proximo!

Before you go...

For Proximo, having a friendly, diverse, and inclusive atmosphere is crucial to achieving our best-in-class goal. When everyone feels free to be their best selves at work, Proximo thrives. We want our people base to match the variety of our customer base. While we strive to maintain a culture where employees feel appreciated and valued for their individual potential, we celebrate diversity. Our dedication to diversity is authentic, continuously developing, and top-down driven. Proximo takes great satisfaction in being open to everyone. No matter your gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, marital status, ethnicity, religion, or social class, we encourage you to apply. We support diverse workplaces where our employees may always give and display their best selves.

We'd love to hear from you if you need flexibility in time, locations, or ways you do your job. Additionally, we want to make sure you receive help during the application process so you can give it your all. Please indicate on your application form if you need any reasonable adjustments made during the application process.

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