Senior Project Manager - Operational Technology

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Job Title

Senior Project Manager

Hybrid

2x Days per week in Horley

Salary

£60-75k Basic + Benefits

Our client are a renowned Utilities company leading the way in Energy Delivery. Due to a large amount of change going on with the client they are looking for experience Senior Project Managers with OT experience.

Senior IT Project Managers are required to have at least 8 years of experience in management either at a lead or support level. The right candidate has a track record of delivering IT projects on time and budget.

Project Planning and Initiation:

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential challenges and mitigation strategies.

Stakeholder Management:

• Identify key stakeholders and establish effective communication channels.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather project requirements and align expectations.
• Provide regular project updates, conduct status meetings, and manage stakeholder feedback.

Resource and Budget Management:

• Allocate resources effectively to ensure project tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Monitor project expenses, track financial performance, and prepare budget reports.

Logistics Solution Design and Implementation:

• Analyse the clients Operations requirements and design tailored logistics solutions that optimize supply chain efficiency.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to implement logistics processes, systems, and technologies.
• Oversee future system integration, testing, and deployment activities to ensure successful implementation.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
• Monitor project risks and proactively address issues to ensure project success.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and update risk registers accordingly.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Establish project metrics and KPIs to measure project performance and success.
• Monitor project progress, track deliverables, and report on key milestones to stakeholders.
• Prepare comprehensive project reports, including project status updates, financial summaries, and performance analysis.

Change Management:

• Facilitate change management activities to ensure smooth adoption of new logistics processes or technologies.
• Identify change impacts & develop communication plans.
• Address and resolve any resistance or challenges related to change management.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency improvement within logistics operations.

Candidate must have -

• A solid understanding of IT systems, networking and computer software
• Strong Infrastructure Background
• OT Experience
• Excellent time management skills
• SCADA technology experience
• Electricity and Gas Experience
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Leadership skills
• Ability to motivate IT staff
• Logical problem solver who can operate under constraints
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks
• Stakeholder Management Experience
• Budget Responsibility on Projects in the multi-millions desired

The role is hybrid with 2 days in the office located in Horley

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company with an established name in the market, and who are renowned for putting their clients and employees first.

This role will offer plenty of genuine learning and development opportunities, as well as a competitive rate with company benefits.