Contract Manager jobs in United Kingdom

What the role is:

Assistant Manager, Project Manager (Applications & Products) / IT & Services

What you will be doing:

• Lead project planning sessions, including resource planning across teams.
• Plan and coordinate the development of business cases, ensuring projects meet identified business needs and outcomes within agreed parameters of cost, duration, and quality.
• Conduct project reviews and create briefs for management and teams.
• Review and optimise processes and approaches when necessary.
• Involved in the tender process, including design submission and review.
• Ensure proper project documentation in compliance with TP’s policy and procedures, including timely execution of necessary procurement documents for various projects.
• Manage stakeholders, including internal users and vendors.
• Ensure close monitoring of project risks and develop proper risk mitigation plans.
• Identify potential project risks and their implications for the organisation, recommending mitigating measures.
• Assess and apply appropriate project management methodologies, such as Agile practices, to ensure project success.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant qualifications in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information/Infocomm Technology, Computer or Electronics Engineering, or related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant working experience as a Project Manager in at least 2 full project development life cycles, with at least one using Agile methodology.
• Good knowledge of cloud technologies and cloud-related certifications (advantageous).
• Strong presentation skills, both written and verbal, to positively influence key partners.
• Strong vendor management and interpersonal abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to perform conflict resolution.
• Capable of handling multiple priorities effectively and excels in dynamic environments.
• Strong analytical, conceptualisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable and enterprising personality, with a willingness to pick up new knowledge and take thoughtful risks.
• Motivated by innovation to achieve tangible business outcomes.