Senior Project Manager

Ambit; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career progression

Job summary

Ambit is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead multiple projects from initiation to delivery in our London office. You will manage scope, budgets, schedules, risks and governance while developing client relationships and mentoring delivery teams.

The role offers a hybrid working model, a competitive salary and benefits package, and opportunities to work on high-profile programmes within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery of complex projects.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and resources.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Ensure effective governance, reporting, and project controls are in place.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues proactively.
• Drive project performance and ensure successful delivery against objectives.
• Manage and mentor project managers and wider delivery teams.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and stakeholder reviews.
• Provide regular progress updates to senior leadership and clients.
• Promote best practice project management methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Senior Project Manager experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Budgeting and planning

Leadership and people management

Commercial awareness

Prioritisation and organisation

Problem-solving and governance

Education

Degree in Project Management or related field

PRINCE2 / PMP / APM certification

Job description

Senior Project Manager

Location: London Company: Ambit Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Lead Complex Projects. Drive Exceptional Outcomes. Shape the Future with Ambit.

At Ambit, we deliver innovative solutions that help our clients achieve their goals through expert project delivery, strategic thinking, and operational excellence. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Project Manager to join our team and lead the successful delivery of high-profile projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated project professional who excels at stakeholder management, project leadership, and driving results within challenging and fast-paced environments.

The Role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading multiple projects or large-scale programmes from initiation through to completion. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards while managing client relationships and supporting the development of project teams.

Working closely with senior stakeholders, clients, and delivery teams, you will play a pivotal role in driving project success and contributing to Ambit's continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery of complex projects.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and resources.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Ensure effective governance, reporting, and project controls are in place.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues proactively.
• Drive project performance and ensure successful delivery against objectives.
• Manage and mentor project managers and wider delivery teams.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and stakeholder reviews.
• Provide regular progress updates to senior leadership and clients.
• Promote best practice project management methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

You are a highly organised and results-driven project leader with a proven track record of delivering complex projects and managing senior stakeholder relationships.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Significant experience in a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager role.
• Demonstrable success delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and risk frameworks.
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong commercial awareness and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Exceptional problem-solving and organisational skills.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree in Project Management, Business, Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• PRINCE2, PMP, APM, or equivalent project management qualification.
• Experience working across multiple project workstreams or programme environments.
• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies.

Why Join Ambit?

At Ambit, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a collaborative, supportive environment where expertise is valued, ideas are encouraged, and career development is actively championed.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Professional development and training support.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Inclusive and collaborative company culture.
• Opportunity to work on impactful and challenging projects.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a passionate and experienced project professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.