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
