Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: Liverpool

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver technology programs and projects within a large financial services organization. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing multi-year technology initiatives and will excel in stakeholder management at all levels, including interactions with CIOs and functional technology heads.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Delivery:

• Oversee the delivery of medium-scale, multi-year technology programs, managing a diverse team of 50+ delivery staff across technology and functional areas.
• Support Programme Directors in establishing governance and controls to ensure successful delivery across sub-projects and programs.

1. Stakeholder Management:

• Engage with senior management, including CIOs and functional heads, to ensure alignment on project goals and objectives.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues.

1. Quality Assurance:

• Oversee quality assurance processes to ensure adherence to coding standards and implementation of best practices.
• Participate in technical design discussions and review technical documentation to ensure compliance and process improvement.

1. Project Strategy:

• Shape the overall project strategy, working closely with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Monitor project schedules to ensure timely delivery in accordance with defined quality standards.

1. Technical Collaboration:

• Collaborate with development teams and on-site engineers to understand technical requirements and address technical issues effectively.
• Facilitate discussions between technical and functional teams to resolve challenges and promote seamless integration.

1. Risk Management:

• Identify and flag potential risks and issues that may impact project timelines or quality.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies or contingency plans as necessary.

Required Skills:

• Primary Skills:
• Strong project management skills, with expertise in applications (APPS) and stakeholder management.
• Technical Expertise:
• Experience managing change across applications, infrastructure, and operating models within technology.
• Familiarity with multiple delivery methodologies, including waterfall and SAFe.
• Leadership Skills:
• Proven ability to manage and lead diverse teams effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on driving results.
• Communication Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.