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Step into the future of agriculture with a pioneering role that not only offers a competitive salary but also the chance to be at the forefront of driving Agri-Tech innovation. This unique opportunity as a Portfolio Project Manager will see you playing a pivotal role in shaping the agricultural landscape, working within an organisation that is a beacon for funding programmes and a hub for world-class facilities and expertise. With a contract set in the vibrant locations of York, Edinburgh, or the Midlands Hub, this position promises not just a job, but a career-defining journey.
What You Will Do:
- Mentor and support Project Managers and Coordinators in the successful delivery of projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Develop and implement project management policies, processes, and procedures.
- Facilitate collaborative and effective working relationships with partners both internally and externally.
- Provide updates on portfolio progress to senior management, ensuring accurate financial forecasting and reporting.
- Line manage Project Managers and Coordinators, fostering a positive, creative, and ambitious team culture.
- Utilise project reporting and monitoring tools to maintain data accuracy and support governance frameworks.
What You Will Bring:
- Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager, managing complex and high-value projects.
- APM PMQ / PRINCE2 Practitioner certification.
- Exceptional Excel and MS Office skills, with experience reporting against KPIs and metrics.
- Strategic thinker with excellent stakeholder management skills.
- Desirable: Experience of Innovate UK funded project delivery and a background in agriculture, agri-food, or research environments.
This role is not just about managing projects; it's about leading change and making a tangible impact on the future of agriculture. The company is a new entity, forged from the union of three of the original Agri-Tech centres, committed to driving innovation and sustainability in the agricultural sector.
Location:
This position offers the flexibility of being based remotely with occasional travel to York, Edinburgh, or the Midlands partner sites.
Interested?:
If you're ready to take on a role that challenges, inspires, and offers the chance to be part of a groundbreaking organisation, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become the Portfolio Project Manager who will help shape the future of agriculture.
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