Project Manager in Epsom, Surrey

Job Description for the Project Manager:

We have a vacancy for an experienced Project Manager to join the security transformation programme based at Heathrow.

Our delivery team offers comprehensive technical support, project management, and engineering services to Heathrow. The team also provides guidance on the latest emerging technologies. Our responsibilities encompass the design and installation of passive IT infrastructure, which includes networks, associated assets and connected devices such as common use terminals, displays, access control systems, and CCTV; experience of delivering large scale IT projects in these disciplines is essential.

The role is full time and there will be predominantly based on-site at Heathrow i.e. c. 4 days per week on-site, this may fluctuate in line with project requirements. The role is expected to last a min of 12 months.  

We are seeking a candidate able to demonstrate a high level of project leadership capability, who can ensure design delivery to time and budget on complex design projects. You will also be responsible for the bidding and delivery of the projects to time, cost, and quality and throughout their project lifecycle, from tender to closeout. You will be comfortable working with a diverse range of suppliers and styles and be able to solve problems proactively.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience in a fast-paced environment as part of a rapidly expanding team managing a range of successful portfolios.

Responsibilities for the Project Manager:

• Providing project leadership on large value IT. projects
• Ability to work constructively and collaboratively with clients so that the commercial objectives are protected and met.
• Ensure projects meet business revenue, profit, and cash-flow expectations.
• Make sure bids and projects are appropriately resourced and take a Bid leadership role on selective pursuits.
• Contribute to the bid preparation and work winning process with focus on ensuring the deliverability of the tendered works.
• Coordinate with practice managers to plan and adequately resource bids and projects
• Develop and maintain client relationships to support project delivery performance and maximise potential for project extensions and new work.
• Achieve defined personal productivity target for yourself and your team through involvement in these projects.
• Ensure compliance with Business Management, HSE and Quality procedures.
• Maintain your knowledge of current design and regulatory standards.

Qualifications for the Project Manager:

• Degree qualified (degree or HNC in a relevant Engineering Discipline) preferable.
• Chartered status or working towards desirable

Experience and Skills for the Project Manager:

• Extensive project management experience within large value information communication systems and telecomms related projects
• Experience of working with Heathrow, their Contractors and third parties would be an advantage but is not essential.
• Strong technical/ICS background essential
• Experience of the management of a project portfolio.
• Good understanding of Design procedures, change control, checking and Review requirements.
• Experience of leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Degree qualified (degree or HNC in a relevant Engineering Discipline) preferable. 
• Ideally as a minimum APMP or PRINCE2
• Ideally some form of H&S qualification in CDM or APS, IOSHH
• Required CSCS or equivalent.
• Experience with NEC4 contracting preferred

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Project Manager looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for First Recruitment Group, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by First Recruitment Group, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.

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