Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager
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Job Description
OCU is on a journey of substantial growth as this continues throughout 2024 we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team in Scotland.
As a Senior Project Manager you will be responsible for overseeing and leading largescale projects from initiation to completion ensuring successful delivery within scope budget and schedule. You will play a key role in managing project teams coordinating activities and mitigating risks to achieve project objectives and exceed client expectations.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive project plans including scope schedule budget resources and risk management strategies in collaboration with stakeholders and project teams.
- Lead project execution monitoring progress managing changes and addressing issues or conflicts to ensure project milestones are achieved and deliverables meet quality standards.
Act as the primary point of contact for clients internal teams subcontractors and other stakeholders fostering strong relationships and ensuring effective communication to align expectations and resolve issues. - Conduct regular stakeholder meetings status updates and project reviews to provide transparency address concerns and maintain alignment with project objectives.
- Provide leadership guidance and direction to project teams including project managers engineers and support staff fostering a collaborative and highperformance work environment.
- Support the professional development of team members through coaching training and mentoring promoting continuous learning and career growth opportunities.
- Manage project resources including personnel equipment and materials to optimize utilization minimize costs and maximize efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate with resource managers and functional leads to ensure adequate staffing levels and skill sets are available to meet project requirements.
- Identify assess and mitigate project risks and issues developing proactive risk mitigation plans and contingency strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project success.
- Monitor project performance indicators and key metrics proactively addressing deviations from plan and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Establish and enforce quality assurance processes and procedures to ensure project deliverables meet quality standards client requirements and industry best practices.
- Conduct regular quality inspections audits and reviews to assess compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Manage project budgets forecasts and financial performance tracking expenses revenue and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure accurate and timely invoicing cost tracking and financial reporting in compliance with company policies and client contracts.
Skills and Experience
- Proven experience as a Project Manager preferably in managing largescale construction engineering or infrastructure projects.
- Strong leadership and project management skills with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams drive performance and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to analyse complex problems make datadriven decisions and develop innovative solutions to achieve project objectives.
- Solid understanding of project management methodologies tools and best practices with relevant certifications such as PMP PRINCE2 or equivalent.
- Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office applications with experience in developing and maintaining project plans schedules and budgets.
- Degree in engineering construction management or a related field is desirable.
- Previous experience in clientfacing roles and managing client relationships is advantageous.
Company Information
Established in 1994 OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK with a long successful track record in delivering customerfocused civil engineering solutions.
Working directly with many of the countrys leading bluechip power water telecoms and rail clients we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.
We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.
We believe that being successful is a choice.
We choose to be successful.
We are OCU One Company United.
We celebrate difference and appreciate diverse backgrounds. We encourage everyone who join us to be themselves at work and create inclusive teams in our workplace.
Employment Type
Full Time
