Senior Project Manager

Trust In SODA; London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Project Manager to spearhead their CMMC compliance initiative. This role involves leading transformative projects that integrate regulatory requirements into business processes while fostering a culture of adaptability and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in project management, change management, and compliance, with a knack for strategic thinking and problem-solving. Join a dynamic team where your leadership skills will drive impactful changes across engineering and manufacturing sectors, all while working remotely with a global perspective. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant contribution in a forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Over a decade of project management experience is essential.
• Skilled in compliance projects and business transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of US regulations globally through business transformation.
• Develop comprehensive project plans and ensure compliance.

Skills

Project Management Expertise

Change Management/Business Transformation

Compliance Management

Engineering/Manufacturing Background

IT Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Process Improvement

Leadership and Collaboration

Strategic Thinking

Cross-Cultural Competence

Teamwork

Remote Working

Job description

Senior Project Manager
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 10 Months
Location / Remote Working: Fully Remote from the UK
Daily Rate: £650-£850 per day

Summary
Trust in Soda are exclusively partnered with a leading consultancy specialized in Space & Defense projects. They are seeking a skilled Senior Project Manager to drive their CMMC compliance initiative. The ideal candidate will lead the business transformation workstream to implement the compliance (regulatory requirements) into processes and support people adopting the new ways of working.

Essentials

• Project Management Expertise: Over a decade of experience in managing projects and programs.
• Change Management/Business Transformation: Extensive experience in leading business transformations, with a focus on process management and people adoption.
• Compliance: Skilled in managing compliance projects and understanding their effects on business processes and policies.
• Engineering/Manufacturing Background: Experience working in engineering and manufacturing settings.
• IT Collaboration: Some experience working alongside IT teams.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a knack for critical thinking and finding solutions.
• Process Improvement: Proven track record in process improvement and policy implementation.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Excellent leadership and communication abilities, capable of building strong relationships and working effectively with diverse teams.
• Strategic Thinking: Strategic thinker with the ability to adapt to changing situations, develop contingency plans, and make informed decisions.
• Cross-Cultural Competence: Experience in multicultural and international work environments.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams, including those not directly reporting to you.
• Remote Working: Proficient in working remotely in a global role, fostering relationships with colleagues across different time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Business Transformation Projects: Lead the implementation of US regulations globally through business transformation activities.
• Create and Manage Project Plans: Develop comprehensive project plans, detailing timelines, milestones, and resource allocation to ensure compliance with DFARS and CMMC.
• Track and Resolve Project Issues: Monitor project progress, identify potential problems, and take corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with Key Team Members: Partner with a Business Analyst, technical writer, DFARS and CMMC advisors, and business stakeholders to map out new processes affected by these regulations.
• Ensure Alignment with ERP Team: Work closely with the ERP team to ensure alignment, efficiency, and avoid duplication in business transformation efforts.
• Engage with Various Departments: Coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, project management, sales, procurement, IT, cybersecurity, and legal departments.
• Maintain Comprehensive Documentation: Prepare and update project documentation, including reports, presentations, and meeting minutes.
• Align with Program Objectives: Collaborate with the Program Lead and other workstreams to ensure project goals align with the overall CMMC program objectives.