Senior Project Manager

Birchman; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Birchman is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead diverse client projects from initiation to completion in Birmingham, UK. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of consulting experience, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to plan and execute projects effectively. This role involves working closely with clients and teams to ensure delivery aligns with business objectives and managing risks proactively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years consulting or delivery experience.
• Experience in agile and waterfall environments preferred.
• Ability to develop structured project plans for diverse initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of client projects ensuring timely delivery.
• Develop comprehensive project plans aligned with business outcomes.
• Manage project risks and stakeholder communications effectively.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Project planning

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Birchman Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Senior Project Manager

Birchman Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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About Birchman Group

We are a strategy-driven management consultancy delivering complex, business-critical projects with precision and impact. Our collaborative culture values initiative, structure, and the ability to lead through ambiguity. We work with high-profile clients to deliver change that sticks.

About Birchman Group

We are a strategy-driven management consultancy delivering complex, business-critical projects with precision and impact. Our collaborative culture values initiative, structure, and the ability to lead through ambiguity. We work with high-profile clients to deliver change that sticks.

Role Summary

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of diverse client projects from initiation through to completion. You will work closely with clients and consulting teams to ensure structured delivery, robust risk management, and stakeholder alignment—bringing clarity and order to even the most complex project environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans from the ground up, ensuring alignment with client objectives and business outcomes.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, on scope, and within budget.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating appropriately.
• Maintain detailed tracking of project milestones, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders across all levels, tailoring messaging for technical, operational, and executive audiences.
• Build positive, collaborative relationships with client teams and internal consultants.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and attention to detail in all project documentation and deliverables.
• Act as a reliable, structured leader in dynamic and sometimes ambiguous environments.
• Support continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and refining delivery approaches.
• Manage project-level reporting and governance requirements efficiently.
  
  

Essential Experience & Skills

• Min. 5 years consulting or delivery experience
• Proven experience delivering end-to-end projects in a consulting or change environment.
• Strong ability to develop structured, logical project plans—even for first-time or unfamiliar initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and adaptable communication style.
• Strong attention to detail—able to catch and correct small issues proactively.
• High level of numeracy and experience managing budgets or financial tracking.
• Capable of identifying critical priorities independently and staying focused on delivery outcomes.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Experience working in agile, waterfall, or hybrid delivery environments.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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