Senior Digital Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Digital Project Manager in Solihull for a fixed-term contract to oversee critical IT projects. This role demands strong project management skills, stakeholder communication, and includes leading digital project teams. The hybrid working model offers flexibility with 2 days minimum in the office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing digital projects, preferably within IT change initiatives.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
• Familiarity with systems integration and development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of IT projects.
• Maintain effective communication with all project stakeholders.
• Identify and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Resource Management

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Education

Prince2 or APM certification

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Digital Project Manager

Location: Solihull, UK (Hybrid)Contract Type: Fixed Term ContractContract Length: 3 months

About the Role:Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Digital Project Manager to lead complex, high-impact projects within their dynamic Projects and Programmes Department. This role is essential for ensuring the successful delivery of IT work-packages and projects that align with the organisation's strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Delivery: Manage the end-to-end delivery of IT projects, ensuring quality standards are met within budget and time constraints.
• Stakeholder Management: Maintain effective communication with all project stakeholders, managing expectations and reporting on progress.
• Resource Management: Oversee internal delivery teams and external partners, ensuring resources are allocated appropriately and performance is optimal.
• Risk Management: Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Documentation: Ensure all project documentation is current, accessible, and stored correctly for ongoing operations.
• Team Leadership: Provide line management to Digital Project Managers and Junior Digital Project Managers, fostering a collaborative team environment.

Key Accountabilities:

• Deliver high-quality IT work-packages/projects while adhering to established governance and compliance standards.
• Monitor project budgets and financials, ensuring all financial documentation is maintained accurately.
• Facilitate service acceptance planning and ensure readiness for operational handover.
• Regularly liaise with cross-functional teams to align project delivery with organisational strategies.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in managing digital projects, preferably within IT change initiatives.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, including Prince2 or APM certification.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Familiarity with systems integration and development methodologies.

Why Join Us?This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. The role is based in Solihull, conveniently located just 4 minutes from the train station, offering a hybrid working model with a minimum of 2 days in the office.

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