Project Manager

Tesol Inc; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A large organisation in Bristol is seeking a Project Manager to lead the Emergency Services Network transition. The role requires a commercial mindset, team leadership, and expertise in data analytics. Responsibilities include developing project management standards, managing risks, and mentoring team members. The position offers £510 per day on a hybrid contract.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop and implement ideas driving business value.
• Experience in building high-performing teams and supporting development.
• Ability to overcome obstacles and deliver ambitious goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project management standards and processes.
• Support senior programme leadership with programme structures.
• Manage financial and KPI reporting with the commercial team.
• Identify and manage dependencies, risks, and issues.
• Mentor and develop team members to improve delivery efficiency.
• Provide regular status updates to executive board and senior management.

Skills

Commercial Mindset

Team Leadership & Coaching

Solution-Oriented

Agility & Continuous Improvement

Process Improvement

Data Analytics Expertise

Tools

Jira

Job description

Project Manager £510 Per Day, Inside IR3512 Months Contract Bristol Hybrid SC Clearance Required

Your new company

A Large Organisation in the heart of Bristol

Your new role

The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is set to replace the current Airwave service used by emergency services across Great Britain. This transition will transform how emergency services operate, particularly on the front line, enabling greater efficiency and connectivity. Delivering ESN is a strategic priority and reflects a commitment to providing a world‑class network that supports those who protect and serve the public.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project management standards and processes in line with the organisation’s unified methodology to ensure compliance and effective governance.
• Support senior programme leadership in creating and managing programme and project structures, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and prioritisation across the organisation.
• Manage financial and KPI reporting, working closely with the commercial team to ensure costs remain within expectations.
• Identify and manage dependencies, risks, and issues, developing mitigation strategies and ensuring timely reporting.
• Provide regular status updates to the executive board and senior management, keeping stakeholders informed of progress and potential impacts.
• Mentor and develop team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to continuously improve delivery efficiency and effectiveness.
• Utilise Jira and manage configurations to effectively execute day‑to‑day programme activities.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Commercial Mindset: Ability to develop and implement ideas that drive business value using internal insights and external trends.
• Team Leadership & Coaching: Build high‑performing teams, empower individuals, and support development activities.
• Solution‑Oriented: Overcome obstacles and deliver ambitious goals through effective planning and execution.
• Agility & Continuous Improvement: Promote collaborative working practices and encourage process enhancements for optimal customer outcomes.
• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies across teams, remove barriers, and secure resources to streamline operations.
• Data Analytics Expertise: Lead the development and application of data analytics for informed decision‑making, providing technical guidance and capability.

What you’ll get in return

£510 Per Day

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