Project Manager - UK Based

Blanchard; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly organized Project Manager to lead client-focused projects. This role involves overseeing project planning, execution, and quality management while fostering strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt to various challenges. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive work culture, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Join a company that values diversity and invests in your career development.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Health Plans

Remote Work

Leadership Programs

Career Development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience required.
• Client support experience preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans and budgets effectively.
• Ensure timely completion of projects and high customer satisfaction.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Risk Management

Budget Management

Problem Solving

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Relevant Experience

PMP Certification

Tools

Kantata

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Who We Are:
Our headquarters is located in Escondido, California, with remote locations across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. We are a dog-friendly company that encourages a healthy work-life balance. We invest in colleagues' growth through leadership training, career development tracks, and partnerships with companies like Udemy for online courses. Our culture values authenticity and diversity. More about us: https://www.blanchard.com/about-us/culture/careers.

Role Purpose: We seek a highly organized, adaptable Project Manager (PM) to lead client-facing projects through all phases, ensuring timely completion and high customer satisfaction. This position is UK-based, and candidates must reside in the UK.

Responsibilities include:

1. Project Planning: Develop project plans, define scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and mitigate risks.
2. Project Execution: Manage collaboration, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to plans.
3. Quality Management: Enforce quality standards and conduct QA activities.
4. Risk Management: Identify and respond to project risks.
5. Budget Management: Develop and control project budgets.
6. Stakeholder Communication: Maintain effective communication, manage expectations, and provide updates.
7. Change Management: Handle scope, schedule, and budget changes.
8. Project Closure: Ensure deliverables are completed and conduct lessons learned sessions.
9. Client Relationship Management: Build strong client relationships and understand their needs.
10. Account Growth: Identify upselling opportunities and analyze account data.
11. Service Delivery: Ensure successful delivery of services and resolve client issues promptly.
12. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate client and project records in relevant systems.
13. Other Duties: Support company values, contribute to process improvements, and assist with marketing efforts.

Who You Are:

• Professional, flexible, and adaptable
• Excellent relationship-building skills
• Team-oriented with customer service focus
• Problem solver and negotiator
• Detail-oriented

Education & Experience:

• Minimum 3 years managing similar projects or relevant experience/degree
• Client support experience preferred
• PMP certification desirable
• Experience with project management tools like Kantata beneficial

Our perks include competitive salaries, health plans, remote work, leadership programs, and career development.

Work environment involves sitting/standing for extended periods, virtual and in-person meetings, requiring adaptability, communication skills, dependability, and social skills.

We encourage diverse applicants, even if they do not meet all qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a discrimination-free workplace. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Learn more about our culture: https://www.blanchard.com/about-us/culture

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting