Project Manager

Balfour Beatty PLC; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for a Project Manager to oversee IT projects. The role involves planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates should have strong project management experience, leadership skills, and the ability to navigate project complexities. This position offers opportunities to make a meaningful impact in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading IT projects with a focus on planning and delivery.
• Ability to manage project risks and stakeholders effectively.
• Understanding of IT applications in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of IT projects.
• Develop and maintain project plans including resource allocation.
• Manage and mitigate project risks and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Strong Project Management experience within IT projects

Leadership skills

Strong stakeholder management skills

Problem-solving and adaptability skills

Job description

Overview

About the roleBalfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project plans, including resource allocation, timeline, and budget management.
• Manage and mitigate project risks, ensuring timely identification and resolution of issues.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders at all levels to ensure clarity and alignment on project objectives and progress.
• Foster a collaborative work environment among project team members and stakeholders.
• Make informed decisions that influence project outcomes, operating with a high degree of autonomy.
• Handle complex challenges related to project scope and resources, requiring advanced problem-solving and adaptability skills.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and legal regulations.
• Champion the adoption of new technologies and processes within the organisation.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced staff, enhancing team performance.
• Strong Project Management experience within IT projects.
• Leadership skills are crucial, with the ability to manage and inspire a project team.
• Strong stakeholder management skills to effectively liaise with both internal and external parties.
• No specific client or sector-based additional requirements specified, but a broad understanding of IT applications in construction or related industries.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

About us

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: [e-mail]