Shillito Executive Search are working with a major Sheffield based manufacturing business and long-standing employer in the region as they look to recruit a Senior Project Manager.
This is an excellent time to join a business undergoing a huge investment in both facilities and modernisation of the site.
This role will involve managing medium to long term projects, up to £70m in annual value, delivering components manufactured by the business.
The role is responsible for leading a team of 6 people, including PMs, Quality Engineers and Procurement Assistants
The role of Senior Project Manager's responsibilities will be:
- Deliver projects using standard project governance and methodology, promoting a "best in class" service for customers
- Be accountable and manage projects that lead to growth and development of existing business
- Establish robust operating procedures and reporting mechanisms
- Build engagement and commitment across the team to drive through deliverables and objectives which have been defined, agreed and require delivery to schedule
- Plan and manage project budgets
- Communicate project progress, issues, escalations and facilitate resolutions where required
- Manage issues and risks proactively to minimise adverse impact on time, cost and quality
- Establish effective change control processes to manage customer needs against requirements
- Conduct learning and post-project reviews, for continuous improvement.
Ideally the business are looking for:
- An Engineering degree (desirable)
- Prince 2 project management or equivalent
- Solution design. cost modelling and data analysis
- Experience managing the full project life-cycle and delivering large scale, complex technical projects
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong customer relationship and interpersonal skills
- Lead and define risk governance processes and reviews on behalf of the Customer Programme Team
- Ability to translate ideas into practical solutions.
- Planning and managing project budgets and subsequent control mechanisms
- Team leadership and management experience.
- Strong communication skills at all levels.
Benefits on top of salary include:
- 25 days holiday (+ stats)
- Westfield Health Scheme
- Cycle to Work and Long Service Schemes
This is a fantastic time to join an iconic business with strong long term prospects.