Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; Brierley Hill; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Professional Services Project Manager to lead projects from planning to completion. This role involves managing resources, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, particularly in IT and SAAS projects, and possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Join a dynamic team that values trust, diversity, and collaboration while promoting a healthy work/life balance through flexible arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k

Flexible Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Virtual Medical Care

Awards and Discounts

Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Project Management experience, preferably with IT & SAAS projects.
• Experience with project management methodologies such as PRINCE2.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders and customers.
• Develop project plans and schedule activities.
• Communicate project progress and outcomes to relevant parties.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Customer-Facing Abilities

Education

Project Management Certification (PRINCE2)

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Projects

Smartsheets

MS Office

G-Suite

Job description

WorkWave is seeking an experienced Professional Services Project Manager with a proven track record in implementing Time & Attendance, Contract Management, Payroll & Finance software.

The key purpose of a Project Manager is to ensure a project successfully moves from planning to completion, staying on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards, while managing resources and communicating effectively with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should have a passion for success, excellent organizational, communication, demonstration, and documentation skills, along with strong customer-facing abilities and previous project management experience.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract based in the UK (remote).

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders, delivery teams, and customers
• Define or analyze project scope, impact, resources, and outcomes, gaining customer approval
• Develop project plans and schedule activities
• Assign work, share information, delegate responsibilities, and support the project team
• Ensure commitments and deadlines are met by working closely with project teams
• Communicate project progress and outcomes to relevant parties
• Address risks and issues promptly, escalating when necessary
• Use appropriate standards, systems, tools, and techniques in project management
• Maintain and control project documentation during and after the project
• Close projects to enable revenue recognition and review lessons learned
• Track work progress and keep the team focused on tasks
• Prepare weekly/monthly project status updates for customers and senior management

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• 3+ years of Project Management experience, preferably with IT (software) & SAAS projects
• Experience with project management methodologies such as PRINCE2
• Successful delivery of projects on budget and on time
• Strong communication, facilitation, and negotiation skills
• Experience in commercial decision-making
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with teams
• Experience with project management tools (MS Projects, Smartsheets, MS Office, G-Suite)

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT US:

• We offer a casual, remote-friendly work environment with a passion for innovative solutions that benefit our customers.

• We value trust, diversity, teamwork, and collaboration.

• Our team is energetic, inquisitive, and eager to make an impact.

LOVE WHAT YOU DO, NO MATTER WHERE YOU DO IT:

• Join our remote-first global community that encourages growth, creativity, and collaboration.

A GLOBAL COMPANY WITH A LOCAL PRESENCE:

• We promote a healthy work/life balance with flexible work arrangements and have offices in New Jersey and regional locations.

RELAX, WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED:

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, 401k, and more.

AND BEYOND...

• Flexible Time Off, paid holidays, bonding leave, Employee Assistance Program, virtual medical care, awards, discounts, community involvement opportunities.

GROW WITH US:

• We support professional growth through training, internal mobility, and recognition.

JOIN OUR WINNING TEAM!

• Recognized as a top employer and award-winning company.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, even if they don't meet every qualification listed.