Project Manager job in South East England Date posted: 29/11/2018 Rullion South East England
| Job Ref: | 694949 |
| Employer: | Rullion |
| Category: | Government and Defence |
| Job Type: | Contract |
| City: | South East England |
| Map: | (Show on map) |
| Salary and Benefits: | Competitive |
| Post Date: | 29/11/2018 |
| Overall Purpose: As the project manager, you are accountable for the delivery of substantial projects in an area of great importance to the Authority. Your job is to plan, budget, oversee and document all aspects of the specific project you are working on. Project managers may work closely with upper management to make sure that the scope and direction of each project is on schedule, as well as other departments for support. Project managers might work individually to deliver project aspects, or be in charge of a team to get the job done. Many projects will involve a matrix management approach where resources are assigned, and the PM has no Line management influence over manpower resources Accountabilities: The duties and responsibilities associated with this position include, but are not limited to: Delivery – Create and lead the project to deliver the agreed outcomes within time, cost, Health, safety, environmental and quality constraints. Project Management – Day to day management of the less complex projects and assist more senior Project managers with more complex projects. Set project controls. Design the project structure appropriate to stage. Select and apply appropriate delivery methodologies. Budget – Track project delivery and budget control. Stakeholder Management – Identify key stakeholders and develop effective relationships. Risks & Issues – Identify and monitor project risks and issues. Develop mitigating actions and escalate as appropriate. Governance – Provide key reports and support effective governance and decision making. Change Management – Ensure effective Change Management processes are in place to agree and document changes to deliverables as agreed with stakeholders. Guidance & Support – Seek appropriate support, guidance and coaching from the project community. Show commitment to personal development. Promote effective individual and team performance. Project Performance & Controls – Build Project Plans and apply appropriate project principles to deliver stated objectives. Identify and set appropriate Project Controls. Where required the production and/or assistance of generating project documentation (e.g. project management plans, project performance plans, weekly progress reports etc.) Track and report delivery against milestones Budget Responsibility: • 4 Million over next 7 years Specific Qualifications/Experience: • Degree in a technical discipline and 2 years in project management (Relevant experience will be accepted in lieu of qualifications). • Knowledgeable and experienced in the project management lifecycle including concept design, detail design, manufacture testing, maintenance and commissioning electro-mechanical equipment. • Significant evidence of qualification / training in project management skills • Experience of quality control processes and procurement procedures • Good people skills with proven management experience Other Duties: • Technical/ Professional 15% Project Management 70% People Management 15% Generic descriptors for all roles in this job family and level (This is standard information, please do not amend) The first two descriptors relate to an overview of the role for the level within this job family Generic Snapshot Job holders at this level plan, coordinate & perform engineering, design, testing and/or analysis work for a complete project of moderate scope or for significant packages of work within a major & diverse project Job holders will be recognised as an internal expert in a specific field & will provide technical advice & guidance May act as lead person, providing technical leadership & engineering solutions May assign, coordinate & review the work of other engineers/apprentices Typical Representative Duties Responsible for managing assigned projects & work packages in order to deliver required results within specification, time & cost parameters Check/signing off work completed by others in their area of specialism to ensure quality & consistency Coach & supervise more junior colleagues & provide advice to other engineering colleagues in their field of expertise in order to develop overall capability Within a specific area, set & monitor standards to establish & maintain best practice & quality Effective management of risk and safety requirements Identify opportunities for improvements & propose solutions in order to contribute to continuous improvement within UKAEA Undertake or contribute to design studies on behalf of external customers Communicate with a range of UKAEA colleagues to ensure a shared understanding of technical issues, work requirements & progress The generic descriptors below relate to specific skills and attributes of the role for the level within this job family Decision Making Negotiates & makes decisions regarding elements of projects Makes decisions regarding how to resolve issues Selects tools & methodologies for projects Approves decisions & actions within the remit of policies & procedures Analytical Skills Seek opportunities for the application of specialist skills & knowledge Make final recommendations for the development of new engineering methods/techniques Within established standards & precedents, the jobholder must identify, define & analyse alternative courses of action using analytical, evaluative and/or constructive thinking Project Role Collaborates with others to define the project scope Ensures projects are completed on time & within budget & all deliverable deadlines are met Competent in project management. May collaborate externally on projects May be working on cross-discipline projects Takes projects from innovation through to implementation. Budget Management Negotiates budget requirements Communication & Influencing Requires the skills & knowledge to understand, influence, drive, & negotiate with internal & external customers, suppliers & colleagues Requires the ability to explain the implications of work & decisions Develops & empowers others External Links Works with both internal colleagues & external partners. Forms & maintains links with external professional networks, universities, suppliers & collaborators as relevant within the scope of the role Publishes papers/reports People Management May manage a section to ensure appropriate completion of work & development covering the full range of people responsibilities Identify & propose recruitment and learning solutions Knowledge, Skills and Experience Typical Technical Expertise, Experience & Skills Demonstrates several years' experience towards chartered status Either has or working towards a Master's degree for Chartered Status May be externally recognized in a narrow field UKAEA Organisation Knowledge Understands how to influence project shaping & delivery Behavioural Competencies These are the typical competencies required at this level but may be tailored to reflect specific job types. Refer to the full competency matrix for examples of behaviours at each level. Taking Accountability Accepts full responsibility for self and contribution to the organisation; committed to the delivery of work; truthful and honest; shows strong commitment to organisational success; strong personal drive for results; overcomes difficulties and doesn't give up Level: Progressive Acts on values even in difficult situations and takes personal responsibility for outcomes. Overcomes obstacles, putting in the extra effort. Flexibility The ability to plan for, adapt to and work with a variety of situations, individuals and groups; understanding the need to change approach in order to meet individual, team and organisational objectives; having a positive attitude to change; ability to cope with ambiguity. Level: Progressive Adapts tactics to meet objectives. Helps shape new ways of doing things and contributes positively to the change process. Communication & Influencing The ability to communicate effectively and influence people at all levels, both orally and in writing; implies an intention to persuade, convince, influence or impress others in order to gain their support; listens to others concerns and conveys information clearly and proactively. Level: Progressive Calculates impact of actions or words. Helps to develop an environment in which people communicate honestly and openly. Adapts techniques/styles to consider the differing needs of others Teamwork & Cooperation Uses interpersonal skills to work co-operatively with colleagues, internal and external partners; works pro-actively across cultures and organisational boundaries; shares information and ideas; encourages diversity of thinking. Level: Progressive Supports colleagues and ensures that their views are heard. Speaks positively of others. Self-Development Openness to feedback, using feedback effectively; willing to learn from experience and aware of impact on others; pursues learning opportunities; and modifies behaviour accordingly; shows commitment to learning and development Level: Advanced Expands and uses professional knowledge – helps to create a culture of learning and development. Innovation & Curiosity Spots opportunities; simplifies methods; generates creative solutions to work problems; finds new ways to deal with organisational challenges and issues; implements new ideas or approaches; focuses on continuous improvement; solves problems through creative thinking and identifies patterns or connections between situations. Level: Progressive Tries out new approaches whilst managing risks sensibly Systematic Thinking & Planning A methodical and analytical approach to problem solving, planning and decision making; breaks down problems systematically in order to fully understand the implications; sets priorities on a rational basis Level: Progressive Sees multiple relationships. Anticipates obstacles and thinks ahead about next steps, recognising the wider implications. Commercial Awareness The ability to use commercial information in buying and selling to support decision making; demonstrates a strong financial awareness and focuses efforts on value added activities; appropriately manages client, partner, collaborators and third party expectations; appropriately withholds information/intellectual property that has commercial value: communicates appropriately with third parties involved in commercial activity with the Authority Level: Progressive Manages client, third party and partner expectations and ensures that underlying needs are met. Considers the external environment in order to focus efforts to deliver long term results. Behavioural Safety Competency The ability to demonstrate safe working in particular an awareness of risk and how these are managed to prevent or minimise injury or loss, taking action where risks are not properly managed. Level: Progressive Understands what is meant by hazard and risk and how this applies to the workplace and considers working safely as an integral part of the job. Is able to undertake and complete risk assessments. Management and Leadership Competencies Setting Direction Supports the delivery The Authority's organisational objectives ,vision, mission & strategies; translates strategies into realistic and workable solutions; ensures that decisions are aligned to the organisational strategy Level: Managers Ensures that departmental, team and individual objectives are aligned to the organisation's broader strategies and long-term direction Leading & Developing Others Leads, inspires and motivates individuals and teams; provides a clear vision, sense of purpose and direction in a way that people understand and buy into; ensures that others understand how to align their efforts to the Authority's objectives; is approachable and supportive; tackles poor performance and encourages people to reach their full potential. Level: Managers Inspires others to commit to the organisations strategies and objectives. Proactively coaches and develops others. Management Behavioural Safety Competency Visibly applying the Authority's Safety, Health and Environment policy, taking responsibility for the management of personnel ensuring their safety in the workplace, ensuring any potential environmental impacts from the Authority's activities associated with their work are minimised in accordance with the environmental policy and procedure. Level: Managers Actively gives feedback on safety and environment policy and procedure to improve performance. Engages with workforce on management of safety and monitors safety performance. Inspires confidence in their team with respect to efficient safe working. The post holder may be required to undertake any other duties that are reasonable and commensurate with this role that may not be specifically referred to in this document. Line managers are responsible for deciding upon the content of the job description, but where possible and relevant will take into account the views of the post holder. |
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