Temporary Project Manager

Jupiter Prestige Group; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Southend-on-Sea for a temporary role. This position is pivotal in managing projects through defined processes, ensuring all client expectations are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and artwork services, showcasing excellent organisational and communication skills. Full training will be provided, making this an exciting opportunity for those looking to develop their career in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive under pressure and are passionate about delivering quality, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in project management and artwork services.
• Strong communication and organisational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from brief to release, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

We have an opportunity for a Project Manager to join our well-established, fantastic team, performing a key role within one of our UK-based teams. This will be a temporary role for 6 to 9 months and will be based out of our studios in Southend-on-Sea, Essex.

This role is responsible for managing projects through JPG’s defined processes from initial project brief through to file release ensuring the critical path is followed to meet all client expectations. Full in-house training will be given in reference to working processes and specific client/brand guidelines.

Desired Skills, Qualities and Experience:

• Excellent organisational & time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritise your own workload against critical path deadlines.
• Creation and management of both client relationships and internal team relationships.
• Able to use Microsoft applications, in particular Excel.

Role Summary:

• Oversee all assigned projects from end to end.
• Keep key documentation up to date at all times including the management of some financial tasks.
• Understand and follow all agreed process steps at all stages whilst leading other stakeholders through the process.
• Ensure SLA’s are met and briefs are accurate and communicated clearly.
• Work closely with internal teams to build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships.
• Build and maintain a strong relationship with the client by working as a liaison between all stakeholders.
• Ensure all stakeholders are kept up to date with project risks and challenges through daily reporting.
• Attend all project related meetings where relevant.
• Create and manage micro critical paths according to client launch schedule.
• Be a consultant for the client on all aspects of artwork and pre-press and support internal teams with query resolution.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 2 years + relevant experience of artwork and reprographic services with a solid understanding of the technical aspects of artwork and print would be advantageous.
• 2 years + experience of project management - able to demonstrate management at a project level of external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills - speaking to a variety of key stakeholders at varying levels within the business.
• Excellent organisation skills - effectively manage multiple projects and their relevant stakeholders simultaneously.
• Enthusiasm and composure under pressure – a ‘can do’ attitude looking at challenging situations with a calm and optimistic approach and to outwardly champion the process to all areas of the business.
• Professional and presentable – to be comfortable in a client facing role in an on site fast paced retail environment.
• Reliable team player – always willing to contribute and assist other colleagues in busy periods.
• Computer literate in Microsoft applications and the ability to adapt to use bespoke software solutions.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Industries

• Design Services