Our client, a Business
Strategy Consultancy is in need of a Group Project Manager
Under the general guidance
and supervision of the Group CTO, the Group Project Manager is to plan,
execute, and deliver projects within the scope, time and within the approved
budget.
The Project Manager will
also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its
life cycle.
Knowledge and skills in
Information Communications and Technology (ICT), project management and the PMI
project management framework will be a tremendous asset in fulfilling the
functions of this position.
Principal Accountabilities
Strategy and Planning
- Develop the
appropriate project management plans and success criteria that support the
strategic business objectives in collaboration with senior management and
other stakeholders after project initiation. With particular emphasis on
the definition of the scope, time and cost goals and baselines.
- Execute,
monitor and control and appropriately ensure a close to the project and
its phases, as applicable.
- Effectively
communicate and manage project expectations to team members and other
stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion, and liaise with project
stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
- Use
appropriate project management tools to plan, manage and track project
schedules, resources and costs.
- Determine
the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze
results, and troubleshoot problem areas to ensure the project is on track.
- Develop best
practices and tools for project execution and management.
- Keep abreast
of changing technology trends to enable continuous process improvements,
cost-effective and standards-based implementations.
Acquisition &
Deployment
- Estimate the
resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
- Draft and
submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where
necessary.
- Where
required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of
required personnel from within the company.
- Determine
and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the
appropriate recruitments if necessary during project cycle.
Operational Management
- Direct and
manage project development from beginning to end.
- Develop
full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
- Delegate
tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
- Identify and
resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
- Identify and
manage project dependencies and critical path.
- Develop and
deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and
presentations.
- Proactively
manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise
contingency plans.
- Coach,
mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and
influence them to take positive action and accountability for their
assigned work.
- Build,
develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the
project.
- Performing
other related duties as may be required by the functions of this position.
Key Competencies
- Planning and
organizing
- Professionalism
- Technological
awareness
- Multitasking
and prioritization
- Integrity,
Discretion and Business Ethics
- Fairness
- Dedication
to Continuous Improvement
- Leadership
and Strategic Orientation
- Interpersonal
skills and team orientation
- Communication
Education, Experience and
Knowledge
- Degree in
Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Project
Management, or other relevant field.
- Project
Management certification(s); Project Management Professional preferred.
- Minimum of 4
years direct work experience in a project management capacity, including
all aspects of process development and execution.
- Strong
familiarity with project management software, such as Microsoft Project.
- SQL Database
and Windows operating systems experience is preferred.
- Solid
working knowledge of current Internet technologies.
- Demonstrated
experience in personnel management.
If you believe you qualify
for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected
remuneration to: resume@interviewupconsulting.com and on Subject header
indicating position applied for or application will be rejected.
Only qualified candidates
will be contacted
