Programme / Project Manager

Waterman Aspen; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull is seeking a Project / Programme manager to lead multiple projects and oversee project managers. This role involves ensuring timely delivery, preparing reports, and implementing best practices in project management. The successful candidate will benefit from an industry-leading package, including a company car, health insurance, and generous leave options.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Permanent health insurance

25 days annual leave

Company pension contribution

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of programme and project management methods and principles.
• Exceptional leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversight and management of the Project Managers.
• Setting goals, tasks and timelines for project delivery.
• Monitoring and reporting of Planned Value and Earned Value metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

PowerBI

Job description

You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Project / Programme will see you as a key member of the Birmingham and Black Country team and you can expect :

• A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
• Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
• Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills
• The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer
• Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
• Regular social events and volunteering opportunities

Experience required…

Management

• Oversight and management of the Project Managers
• Oversight and leadership of multiple projects
• Working with the Project Managers to manage resources ensuring timely delivery of projects
• Setting goals, tasks and timelines, ensuring that project delivery is to schedule
• Monitoring tracking and reporting of Planned Value and Earned Value performance metrics
• Identifying opportunities for improvement
• Identification of risks and contingency plans
• Preparing reports

Technical Requirements / Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of programme and project management methods and principles
• Exceptional leadership and organisational skills
• In-depth understanding of performance evaluation principles
• Proficiency in various programme management software, including MS Office, MS Project and PowerBI
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Attention to detail and time management skills

You’ll get this and so much more…

As a salaried colleague, you’ll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package :

• Company car or car allowance
• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues)
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
• 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community