Project Manager

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service; Exeter; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join the Business Change Team on a permanent basis. You will own complex project delivery, ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes and high-quality standards, while collaborating across departments and with external partners.

You will define objectives, develop plans, manage resources, and monitor benefits throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage complex projects.
• Excellent working knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2).
• Qualified to PRINCE2 Practitioner.
• Proven experience of working in change management projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence / change stakeholders' views.
• Proven ability to effectively lead and manage a successful team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of projects that support Service and Directorate priorities.
• Work with project boards and stakeholders to define objectives, scope, outcomes and success measures.
• Develop and maintain project plans, ensuring delivery against milestones, budgets and quality standards.
• Identify, secure and manage project resources, including staff, funding and external suppliers.
• Establish and coordinate project teams, including virtual teams drawn from across the Service.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, issues, dependencies and benefits.
• Ensure third party suppliers and partner organisations are effectively integrated into project delivery.
• Produce and maintain project documentation using recognised project management methodologies and systems.
• Develop and deliver communication and engagement plans to keep stakeholders informed and involved.
• Provide professional advice, reports and assurance to senior managers, the Service Leadership Team and Executive Board as required.
• Manage project risks and mitigation plans, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Ensure business continuity and effective transition to new ways of working.
• Build collaborative relationships with regional and national project networks.
• Support, mentor and develop colleagues through the Personal Performance and Development (PPD) process where applicable.
• Promote the Service's Cre Values and ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, GDPR and Health and Safety requirements.

Skills

Proven ability to manage complex

PRINCE2 methodologies

PRINCE2 Practitioner

Change management

Stakeholder influence

Team leadership

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Senior Project Manager to join our Business Change Team on a permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to lead high profile projects that support Service priorities and strategic objectives. You'll take ownership of complex project delivery, ensuring agreed outcomes are achieved on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Working across multiple departments and with a wide range of stakeholders, you'll play a key role in driving organisational change and continuous improvement. You'll also support the development of project management capability across the team and through mentoring, coaching and sharing best practice., As a Senior Project Manager, you'll be responsible for leading and delivering specific projects from initiation through to implementation and benefits realisation. You will work closely with project boards, senior leaders, subject matter experts and external partners to ensure successful delivery and effective stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle., You will:

• Lead the delivery of projects that support Service and Directorate priorities.
• Work with project boards and stakeholders to define objectives, scope, outcomes and success measures.
• Develop and maintain project plans, ensuring delivery against agreed milestones, budgets and quality standards.
• Identify, secure and manage project resources, including staff, funding and external suppliers.
• Establish and coordinate project teams, including virtual teams drawn from across the Service.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, issues, dependencies and benefits.
• Ensure third party suppliers and partner organisations are effectively integrated into project delivery.
• Produce and maintain project documentation using recognised project management methodologies and systems.
• Develop and deliver communication and engagement plans to keep stakeholders informed and involved.
• Provide professional advice, reports and assurance to senior managers, the Service Leadership Team and Executive Board as required.
• Manage project risks and mitigation plans, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Ensure business continuity and effective transition to new ways of working.
• Build collaborative relationships with regional and national project networks.
• Support, mentor and develop colleagues through the Personal Performance and Development (PPD) process where applicable.
• Promote the Service's Cre Values and ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, GDPR and Health and Safety requirements.

What we are looking for

We're seeking a proactive and highly organised project professional who can lead complex projects while building strong working relationships across the Service.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong project management experience who enjoys building relationships, influencing decisions and leading change across a complex organisation.

• 1. Proven ability to manage complex projects
• 2. Excellent working knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g. PRINCE 2)
• 3. Qualified to PRINCE 2 Practitioner
• 4. Proven experience of working in change management projects
• 5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence / change stakeholders view's.
• 6. Proven ability to effectively lead and manage a successful team.