Senior Project Manager

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.