Job Title: Graduate Project Manager
Location: Various Sites Across the UKType: Full-Time
Are you a motivated and enthusiastic graduate looking to launch your career in project management? We are seeking a Graduate Project Manager to join our team and play a key role in delivering projects within a dynamic and safety-critical industry. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience working with a major client, contributing to the successful execution of a range of projects.
Key Responsibilities:- Project Oversight: Lead and manage projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Scope Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
- Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, to ensure project success.
- Risk Assessment: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing any issues that may arise during the project lifecycle.
- Project Planning: Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and milestones, to ensure successful project delivery.
- Commercial Management: Monitor project finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, to maximise profitability and minimise financial risks.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure all projects meet quality standards and regulatory requirements by implementing robust quality assurance processes and procedures.
- Communication: Provide regular updates on project status, key milestones, and progress to stakeholders and project teams, fostering open communication and collaboration.
- Team Leadership: Lead and motivate project teams, providing direction and support to ensure they achieve project goals and deliver exceptional results.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation, applying best practices to enhance project delivery efficiency and effectiveness.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, project management) or equivalent work experience.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to identify and mitigate project risks to ensure successful outcomes.
- Proficiency in project planning, scheduling, and resource management.
- Commercial awareness, with experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and contract management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a capacity to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
- Project management certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 are desirable but not essential.
- A dynamic work environment with opportunities for career development.
- Hands-on experience with a major client in a safety-critical industry.
- Comprehensive training and support to help you grow in your career.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
If you are passionate about project management and eager to make a real impact in a challenging industry, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and take the next step in your career!