Head Of Projects

Handley James Consulting Ltd; Ringway; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Head of Projects to lead their projects team and manage PMO activities for multiple projects. The right candidate will have extensive experience in project management and leading teams, with a hands-on approach to building departmental processes. This is an excellent opportunity for career progression in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager, Project Office Manager, or Head of Projects.
• Ability to mentor and implement process improvements.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the projects team from order handover to client handover.
• Manage a PMO overseeing multiple projects.
• Introduce and implement departmental processes.

Skills

Managing a multi-disciplined team

Budget control

Liaising across departments

Implementing processes and systems

Job description

Handley James are currently working with a specialist manufacturer and installer of capital equipment. This organisation has a fantastic reputation and is currently experiencing a growth trajectory with an extremely strong order book. As a result of this they are now looking to recruit a Head of Projects (PMO). This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is proven and now looking to progress and develop their career further.

As a Head of Projects, you will take full responsibility for leading the projects team, from order handover through to final instillation and client handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a team of Project Engineers and Managers.
• Managing a PMO that handles multiple projects ranging from £100k to circa £10 Million.
• Manage a projects team from order to final handover.
• Liaising with functions including Sales, Design, Production, Engineering, Purchasing and Installation.
• Introducing and implementing departmental processes and systems.
• Controlling budgets and cost.
• Monitoring and reporting progress internally and with customers.

Currently a Senior Project Manager, Project Office Manager or Head of Projects, you will have the experience and ability to mentor and implementing process and system improvements. Have experience leading a multi-disciplined team. You will be a self-starter and have a very hands‑on approach from a key person who will help build the department and the processes within it. You will be familiar with building and developing internal and external relationships and be an advocate for both the company and the customer.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join an established, secure, and growing manufacturer where career progression is available. This role offers immediate challenge as well as the opportunity to progress.