Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational engineering consultancy is seeking a Project Manager who will oversee project planning and implementation using Planisware. The ideal candidate will coach teams, customize tools, and promote best practices in project management. This role requires strong analytical skills and effective communication to ensure successful project delivery across various sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in using Planisware for project management.
• Experience in coaching or training teams in Planisware.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and training on Planisware for project management.
• Monitor ongoing projects and ensure alignment with objectives.
• Facilitate collaboration and communication among teams.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Project Management

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Planisware

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within the decided-upon budget, timeline, and scope. They will also effectively monitor and present project updates to relevant stakeholders, clients, or project team members.

Responsibilities

1. Coaching and Training: Provide guidance, coaching, and training to teams or individuals in effectively utilising Planisware for unified planning, project management, and resource allocation.
2. Customisation: Assist in configuring Planisware to meet the specific planning and reporting needs of the organisation, tailoring the software to align with project management processes.
3. Best Practices: Promote best practices in project and portfolio management by utilising Planisware, including project scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and financial tracking.
4. Project Oversight: Monitor ongoing projects within Planisware, offering advice on project tracking, progress, and performance to ensure they are on target and aligned with organisational objectives.
5. Collaboration: Facilitate collaboration and communication between different teams and stakeholders within the organisation, ensuring unified planning and efficient resource allocation.
6. Problem-Solving: Assist in troubleshooting issues related to Planisware usage, data integrity, and reporting, providing solutions and recommendations.
7. Documentation: Maintain documentation related to Planisware configurations, processes, and guidelines for reference and training purposes.
8. Data Analysis: Analyse data and reports generated from Planisware to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide recommendations for improvement.
9. Continuous Improvement: Stay up to date with new features and updates in Planisware and continually seek ways to enhance and optimise planning processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Project Management, Information Technology, or Business Administration.
• Proven expertise in using Planisware for project and portfolio management.
• Experience in coaching or training teams in the effective use of Planisware.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, best practices, and industry standards.

Key Competencies

• Primavera P6 & MS Project knowledge
• Unified Planning
• Project Management
• Training and Coaching
• Communication
• Problem-Solving
• Collaboration
• Documentation
• Continuous Improvement

About us

At Scalian, we are a leading multinational engineering consultancy company with 4,500 specialists with over 30 years of experience. We specialize in digital systems (IT, embedded software, electronics, and systems engineering) and industrial performance (quality assurance, supply chain, operational excellence, and project management).

Our expertise serves various technology sectors such as automotive, aerospace, defence, rail, and energy while providing distinctive support for their development and operations.