liverpool  |   £55,000

due to recent award of works in liverpool we are currently looking to appoint a project manager to manage and deliver small to medium surfacing and general civil schemes. package descriptionas well as a highly competitive salary, colas offers some great benefits with this role, including:• a generous pension contribution• life assurance cover (x4 basic salary)• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell more)• flexible working policy• opportunity to study towards a professional qualification fully funded• ongoing training and personal/professional development• discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal main responsibilitieshe project manager will manage key project deliverables including client expectations supporting contract commitments whilst ensuring the compliance with all quality procedures and safe working practices, undertaking all works to the highest possible health, safety and environmental standards, whilst safeguarding the wellbeing of all employees. acting within financial authorities, in respect of contract revenue, expenditure and budgets in line with operational forecasts. driving cost efficiency and promotion of self-delivery through promotion of our one colas culture. the ideal candidatethe successful candidate will have several years experience working in a similar discipline, on local authority maintenance schemes. you will have a proven record of resource / personnel management along with working knowledge of health and safety legislation and requirements. you will also have: appropriate onc/hnc/hnd qualification in construction / civil engineeringcscs black card or equivalentsuitable construction qualification and training course attendanceknowledge of business management systemsstrong leadership and planning / organisational qualitiesa demonstrable strong business acumenmotivation and people management skillsa keen passion for the development of othersgood communication skillsa strong desire for business growthdetailed knowledge of the industrygood written and oral skills about the companycolas ltd are a uk subsidiary of the global colas group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the uk across multiple sites. we are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large scale uk and international construction projects within the highways, airfields and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. we hold a ‘gold investor in people’ award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential. colas is fully committed to promoting equality and diversity and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders. colas aims to be inclusive, meet diverse needs and promote awareness and ownership in the workplace and the communities in which we serve. colas values the strength and differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and believes that by harnessing these differences, we will foster a productive environment where equity and mutual respect are intrinsic, where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met.

Closing on 15 Sep

  london  |   £50,000

join us as a project manager (insurance) with ntt data with capita permanent - london based - hybrid (1 or 2 days a week onsite) about capita at capita, we support clients across a range of sectors, including local government, central government, education, transport, health, life and pensions, insurance, and other private sector organisations. we support with expertise applied by the talent across our business in combination with technology, insight, and analytics to keep our clients ahead of change, sharper than competitors and more efficient than ever – and we always need new talent to help us achieve our goals. about ntt data ntt data – a part of ntt group – is a trusted global innovator of it and business services headquartered in tokyo. we help clients transform through consulting, industry solutions, business process services, it modernisation and managed services. ntt data enables clients, as well as society, to move confidently into the digital future. we are committed to our clients’ long-term success and combine global reach with local client attention to serve them in over 50 countries. our mission is to build a strong and cohesive community of project and programme managers to partner with our clients in the insurance sector. we strive to support our customers in building and improving their digital infrastructure and tackle a great variety of technology challenges by leveraging the knowledge and expertise of our highly specialised insurance teams. about you: as a project manager at ntt data uk, you will bring proven experience of delivering end-to-end projects in a multi-vendor environment and solid stakeholder management skills, coupled with the ability to drive quick, informed decisions and to deliver difficult news in a factual, solution-driven way. solid insurance experience will be essential to succeed in this role, and a background in, or understanding of, the london market landscape will be highly beneficial. the role requires your in-depth understanding and experience of project planning processes, techniques and methodologies in multi-disciplinary and commercial environments. it would be a great asset for you to have a project management qualification (prince2, pmp, etc.) and/or an agile certification. a professional understanding of data lakes / hosting on azure will be highly beneficial. what to expect: in this role, you will manage technology-driven projects and transformations across various areas, including data, applications, automation, and more. you will define, plan and manage the deliverables for assigned workstreams as part of larger projects / programmes and will be accountable for their quality and for delivering within the constraints of time and costs. you will be responsible for: full project life cycle ownership: successful project delivery will include full implementation from initiation to deployment for one major or several minor initiatives simultaneously manage all aspects of multiple related projects to ensure the overall program is aligned to and directly supports the achievement of strategic objectives participate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization monitor, track and control outcomes to resolve issues, conflicts, dependencies and critical path deliverables develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation and presentations to various audiences, including project team, sponsors, senior directors and key stakeholders. what's important?: our project management practice is our uk professional community that provides individuals access to mentoring, subject matter expertise, support and training, to help each other grow and reach their career goals. we have experienced project managers in leading traditional client-side delivery initiatives, technical solution integration and service delivery, business change programmes, as well as providing clients advisory and coaching support through our team of certified scaled agile programme consultants and safe practitioners. we are looking for individuals who also share and embody our core values of clients first, teamwork and foresight, and that lead by example. to support your hard work and dedication, we will offer you the following: the opportunity, as we grow, to move between our expanding industry portfolios across telco media, public sector, insurance, manufacturing & automotive and banking, etc. an online training platform with 3,000+ courses, accessible at any time, to help you sharpen your pm skills and to further your knowledge across a wide range of related disciplines a vibrant community of 120+ project and programme management professionals, to learn and share knowledge and best practice experiences …and much, much more! skills & experience: project management experience - must include project planning insurance industry experience - preferably in the london market experience in using and implementing a variety of methodologies (agile, waterfall, prince2, scrum masters) experience in data warehousing and data lake would be beneficial this is a client facing role - so customer service and stakeholder engagement skills are a must

Closing on 24 Aug

  london  |   £58,000

more than you expected grant thornton uk llp is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries. we're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. all around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. a better experience. one that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. personal, proactive, and agile. that's grant thornton. job description: grant thornton forensic & investigation services (fis) supply a range of services to large corporates, lawyers and regulatory authorities. our work falls broadly into the following areas: investigations, disputes, digital forensics, financial crime and competition services and monitoring. we’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life. a look into the role as a financial crime project manager within our forensic and investigation services, you will: prepare project reporting packs for internal, client and regulator audiences support partners/directors in client meetings, including agendas, scheduling action points and leading project progress meetings as appropriate display judgement and an understanding of relevant risks and issues arising in an assignment, offering potential solutions and seeking advice when necessary. knowing you’re right for us joining us as a financial crime project manager, the minimum criteria you’ll need is relevant project management experience. it would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way. project management professional qualification e.g., prince2 knowing we’re right for you embracing uniqueness, the culture at grant thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential. our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. the things that set you apart, we value them. that’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. beyond the job life is more than work. the things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. the impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. from secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. it’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our clearr values – collaboration, leadership, excellence, agility, respect and responsibility. we’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. people who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. it’s how it should be. #li-me1 #gtro

Closing on 02 Sep

  annesley  |   £38,879

ev project manager- permanentthis role is home based with travel to our regional offices£38,879-£49,359 + car here's what you'll be doing with the government mandate that car companies will no longer be allowed to manufacture any new conventional petrol or diesel cars from 2030. the ev market is one of the fasting growing and will change the way we travel and think about our travel habits. the demand for new ev’s is growing at a faster rate than the charging infrastructure it needs to support this growth can be installed. at e.on we driving the way forward for how we install ev charging points to try and meet this demand and as a result need to grow our current team due to this increased demand. we’re looking for an experienced project manager who has a strong passion and drive for the energy industry within the e-mobility market. the main focus of this role is management of a portfolio of projects delivering the full range of electrical vehicle charging solutions to time, cost and quality for e.on drive and external commercial customers. the projects will include destination chargers, vehicle to grid chargers and ultra-fast charging stations. whilst managing these projects you will ensure that work is conducted in a safe working environment by ensuring that safety issues are recognised, addressed, and avoided including developing new approaches to safety to deliver the vision of zero accidents. key responsibilities include: the efficient & effective delivery of a work programme carried out by internal staff and subcontractors, whilst building and maintain strong relationships with key customers and meet the customer service and guarantees of service requirements.deliver key financial targets, ensuring that all business growth & development kpi’s are delivered, you will also act as escalation point for complaints from key customers ensuring that they are dealt with correctly and in line with the company policy on complaint handlingsupport an environment that promotes rapid and continuous improvement and the development of high performing teams what we need from you a relevant qualification in electrical installation and project management with demonstratable experience to be able to deliver against time, cost and quality across a range of projectshave strong knowledge and experience of the design, installation and connection of electric vehicle charging solutions in an industrial and commercial environmentbe able to demonstrate an understanding of the key issues & challenges relating to delivering electrical assets and new connections. with a track record of developing key customer relationships and delivering electrical projects with good negotiation skills.knowledge and experience of managing the engagement of contractors a working knowledge of pc based computer systems and the ability to adapt quickly to changes to those systems here's what else you need to know due to the nature of this role a criminal record check will be required. we’re committed to equal opportunities and actively promote a diverse and inclusive working environment, and fairness for everyone. we realise the best people bring their energy at different times, so we’re happy to talk flexible working. we offer a range of flexible working options, including full time, part time, job share and variable start and finishing times this is a great opportunity to play a lead role in supporting our expanding business and helping to shape the future of energy.we have a market leading benefits package - it includes a, 26 days’ holiday plus 8 bank holidays, a generous pension scheme and the chance to choose from 20 flexible benefits

Closing on 22 Aug

  leeds  |   £44,624

are you looking to play your part in transforming one of the most dynamic cities in the uk?our employees talk about the pride they feel in making a difference, and in return for their dedication and contribution we offer a workplace where people feel supported, that celebrates difference, and encourages everyone to grow like the city we love.this is a great time to join our supportive and friendly team and develop a career in housing development working alongside our colleagues across the councilour ambition is for leeds to be the best city in the uk: compassionate and caring with a strong economy; which tackles poverty and reduces inequalities; working towards being a net zero carbon city by 2030. we want leeds to be a city that is distinctive, sustainable, ambitious, fun and creative for all, with a council that its residents can be proud of as the best council in the country.the council housing growth team is a team of dynamic professionals striving to deliver high quality housing to meet the needs of the residents and communities of leeds through a range of workstreams, including extra care, general needs new build and acquisitions. our housing priorities are:• housing of the right quality, type, tenure and affordability in the right places• minimising homelessness through a greater focus on prevention• providing the right housing options to support older and vulnerable residents to remain active and independent• improving energy performance in homes, reducing fuel povertythe council has embarked on its largest programme of council housing development for several decades and has committed to:• deliver 1,500 affordable homes for rent by march 2025 with an aspiration to continue to provide 300 new council homes per annum going forward• to directly deliver three extra care homes across the city providing up to 200 apartments for older people requiring care and supportto date, the programme has secured sites or acquired properties to accommodate in the region of 1,450 new homes, including our 3 extra care schemes. work is ongoing to identify further sites for inclusion in the programme- with sites for an additional c200 units being progressed through governance and approvals at presentabout the roleas a project manager working within the council housing growth team, you will be responsible for the leadership and direction of your own project team and other council officers, together with our external technical and contract management partners to ensure the successful delivery of a number of new build construction and acquisition projects from concept design to completion. this will include supporting the wider team and providing advice to senior officer, elected members and acting as a lead contact with contractors and other key stakeholders.the project manager role will involve, amongst other duties:• leading the delivery of an effective project management approach to deliver the new council housing.• leading the delivery of complex procurement activity to deliver value for money services to customers and contribute to the delivery of council priorities.• supporting effective working relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders.• providing project management direction and assigning roles and tasks to project workstreams to ensure delivery.• ensuring project management controls and tools are in place to report effectively on overall delivery of your projects.• leading the engagement with key stakeholders and colleagues including elected members and tenants and residents.we promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of leeds.we are looking for…1. experience of managing complex projects within large scale multi-disciplinary projects, including knowledge of a commercial approach to project delivery2. the ability to demonstrate drive, energy, resilience, and self- management skills as well as integrity, openness and awareness of others in delivering complex projects.3. ability to present information in a clear and concise manner using a variety of presentational formats4. experience of working in and coordinating inputs from across a project team, ideally within a construction setting.5. excellent communication skills with the ability to form positive relationships and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders6. experience of delivering a high level of customer satisfaction.when applying please evidence how you meet the above criteria within your covering letter.in return we can offer…• flexible working• membership of the local government pension scheme• a generous annual leave allowance• city centre location and technical support to work from home if required

Closing on 30 Aug

  london  |   £40,000

senior project manager - remote working at capita, we support clients across a range of sectors, including local government, central government, education, transport, health, life and pensions, insurance and other private sector organisations. we support with expertise applied by the talent across our business in combination with technology, insight and analytics to keep our clients ahead of change, sharper than competitors and more efficient than ever – and we always need new talent to help us achieve our goals. the senior project manager manages major projects and multiple projects for large programmes for capita. the senior project manager may deputise for the programme manager on an ad-hoc basis when required. the senior project manager is accountable to the project board and ultimately the executive and has the authority to run the project on a day-to-day basis, within the constraints laid down by them. the senior project manager’s prime responsibility is to ensure that the project produces the required products within the specified tolerances of time, cost, quality, scope, benefits and risk. the senior project manager is also responsible for the project producing a result capable of achieving the benefits defined in the business case. accountabilities and main responsibilities: prepare baseline management products in conjunction with any project assurance roles, and agree them with the project board. manage the project plan using microsoft project application manage teams to deliver multiple projects for a programme deputise for the programme manager when required tailor the method to suit the project’s situation, documenting this, as appropriate, in the pid. liaise with portfolio, programme management or the customer to ensure that work is neither overlooked nor duplicated by related projects. liaise with any external suppliers or account managers. lead and motivate the project management team. establish behavioural expectations of team members. manage the information flows between the directing and delivering levels of the project. manage the production of the required products, taking responsibility for overall progress and use of resources and initiating corrective action where necessary. establish and manage the project’s procedures: risk management, issue management, change control and communication. establish and manage the project controls: monitoring and reporting. authorise work packages. advise the project board of any deviations from the plan. unless appointed to another person(s), perform the team manager role unless appointed to another person (or portfolio, programme management or customer function), perform the project support role implement the change control approach. ensure project personnel comply with the change control approach. schedule audits to check that the physical products are consistent with the configuration item records and initiate any necessary corrective action. about you at least 5 years of experience delivering projects; you will be personally and professionally committed to the programme function’s mission to improve programme and project delivery across capita; you will have leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate project delivery teams; personable and pro-active professional, able to demonstrate full commitment to providing exceptional customer care and service in all activities; excellent levels of time management and personal organisation; able to multi-task; ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels of an organisation; experience in leading major technical projects or workstreams with both uk and offshore teams ability to work either as part of a team or as the single representative on a project; ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and orally; outcome focussed and able to make tactical decisions, within their area of discretion, to ensure that the overall project aims (and therefore the aims of the programme) are met in full; able to prioritise and re-prioritise, based on changing conditions on the ground, and balance this with commercial imperatives; you will be familiar operating in complex and large-scale organisational environments; experience of managing the design, build, test and deployment of major technology driven projects through the use of agile and waterfall methodology; experience of owning and managing project requirements through the project life cycle using different approaches to verifying and validating the requirements; experience of acting as a systems integrator that builds solutions from a variety of technology components and suppliers that provides customers a complete end to end solution you are likely to be degree educated or equivalent, and potentially to hold a recognised post-graduate qualification; accreditation in industry-recognised qualifications and standards (including but not limited to prince2, msp, mop, togaf, itil, cobit, safe) is desirable but not essential

Closing on 17 Aug

  reading  |   £43,570

the role is a hybrid role with part work from home and part office it’s an exciting time for our corporate property services team. over the last year we have taken great strides to modernise our property department delivering a first-class service which is compliant and offers modern and inspirational property portfolios for staff and the people of reading. we are looking for a dynamic leader with strong property surveying and projects management experience and knowledge. you should have a strong passion to want to drive improvement, support best value as well as delivery of best practice in property services management. if you enjoy a fast-paced team environment with opportunities to really make a difference we need you to help us achieve our goals and aspirations. we seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. reading borough council is a disability confident employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. about the role main duties and responsibilities: to lead and manage the property projects team. deliver a full professional and technical service to all client directorates and external bodies, regarding feasibility and new build works, refurbishment, improvements, building maintenance, contract and project management. provide technical advice on all construction issues, including condition surveys, managing asbestos and fire risk.project management of multiple and complex processes and capital projects from appointment of contractors, through to start on site and completion/handover of projects outputs.to programme manage property improvement schemes, proactively managing risk, resources and relationships and ensuring achievement of project objectives.. you’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. as well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of team reading, playing your personal part in making reading a successful and vibrant place. our vision is to ensure that reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this: work together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for reading drive efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively be ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential make a difference to reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity about you we are looking for someone with a property surveying background who has management experience in property services. with an inspirational can-do attitude, someone that enjoys a challenge, demonstrates innovation and proactiveness with a drive to make things happen, whilst never losing sight of the customer. specific requirements: degree in building surveying, or equivalent in construction together with relevant experience within the construction industry.management qualification or experience in a management role within a large organisation.experience and knowledge of the legislative context of property management in a large, diverse and complex organisation. our offer we offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. a competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: generous holiday entitlement - 24 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 32 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leavea wide range of flexible working opportunitiesmodern working environment at the civic offices in the heart of readinglocal government pension scheme (lgps)life assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the lgps)on-site day nursery (kennet day nursery) rated outstanding by ofsted, and a salary sacrifice scheme to help lower the cost of your nursery feesseason ticket loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from worklease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. the monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax closing date: 14th august 2022 interview date: to be confirmed interview process: panel interview with questions please note that the closing date is given as a guide. we reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Closing on 14 Aug

  birmingham  |   £60,000

join us as a project manager with our client ntt (london, reading, newbury, slough - full- 12 months to permanent – remote working with occasional travel to onsite about capita at capita, we support clients across a range of sectors, including local government, central government, education, transport, health, life and pensions, insurance and other private sector organisations. we support with expertise applied by the talent across our business in combination with technology, insight and analytics to keep our clients ahead of change, sharper than competitors and more efficient than ever – and we always need new talent to help us achieve our goals. the role of a project manager the role of the project manager is to lead/manage the project and the project team on a day-to-day basis. the project manager is responsible for driving and overseeing the delivery of the project to ensure that the objectives are clearly defined and achieved within the agreed time, cost and quality constraints. the project manager has a key role in project governance and working with stakeholders, to ensure the agreed project outputs are delivered to enable benefits to be realized. typical role responsibilities: manage projects across various areas, including web and app software development , broadband, middleware app deployment, and more. identify and manage key stakeholder relationships quickly and efficiently. ensure that the project(s) or initiative(s) produce the required deliverables to the agreed standard of quality and within the specified constraints of cost, risk and time. develop and gain the agreement of the project plan, then provides regular progress reports to key stakeholders, as well as provide all general project communications. implement and maintain a consistent project management methodology, ensuring the project(s) conform(s) to the appropriate governance, including all project documentation. determine, procure and manage appropriate resources to deliver the project (functional or divisional team and a small number of third parties), as well as managing all aspects of risks, issues and contingency. create and lead the project to deliver the agreed outcomes within time, cost, and quality constraints. day to day management and leadership of the project and the project team. appropriate delivery methodologies. manage effective transition between project phases. develop the budget and track delivery within budget. identify skill requirements; and deploy and develop resources. identify and monitor project risks and issues. develop mitigating actions and escalate as appropriate. identify and work with related projects to manage interdependencies. support effective governance and decision-making. provide reporting and engage in mechanisms that hold you, as project manager , to account for delivery. engage with assurance reviews and support action on recommendations. organise assurance processes such as gateway reviews, as required. essential skills & experience: telecom / telecommunication sector experience experienced project manager – it / software development confident to work with ambiguity within the environment managing stakeholders, negotiation and conflict, with the ability to identify and escalate issues appropriately. identifying and tackling project risks and dealing with uncertainty, whilst being proactive and forward-looking. extensive experience working across one or more of the following areas within the telecoms industry: web software development , app software development , bss, backend system development, and middleware app deployment as a project manager will be beneficial.

Closing on 11 Aug

  steeple claydon  |   £55,000

colas are currently looking for a project manager with s.278 highways experience, including but not limited to drainage works, asphalt, working on surfacing and traffic management control. the candidate will work on the £2m milton keynes based queen catherine road project involving highways construction. the team currently includes 10 people. the works are subcontracted to mph and the surfacing works are subcontracted to toppesfield. this is an full time and permanent role and an opportunity to join a rapidly growing company that is benefitting from significant investment. package descriptionas well as a highly competitive salary, colas offers some great benefits with this role, including:• a generous pension contribution• life assurance cover (x4 basic salary)• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell more)• flexible working policy• opportunity to study towards a professional qualification fully funded• ongoing training and personal/professional development• discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants and much more through our online employee benefits portal main responsibilitiesthe candidate will be responsible for complete site management of the above project. the ideal candidatethe ideal candidate will have s.278 highways related experience and will have previously singlehandedly managed highways projects and project sites. the candidate is likely to be an effective communicator, good people manager with can do attitude and should have the ability to suitably and efficiently resolve highways projects related issues. about the companycolas ltd are a uk subsidiary of the global colas group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people including over 1500 in the uk across multiple sites. we are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large scale uk and international construction projects within the highways, airfields and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. we hold a ‘gold investor in people’ award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential. colas is fully committed to promoting equality and diversity and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders. colas aims to be inclusive, meet diverse needs and promote awareness and ownership in the workplace and the communities in which we serve. colas values the strength and differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and believes that by harnessing these differences, we will foster a productive environment where equity and mutual respect are intrinsic, where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met.

Closing on 17 Aug

  birmingham  |   £50,000

this is an exciting opportunity to join ocs's program and change team supporting the delivery of several interesting projects within the ukime business.the role requires a tech savvy business project manager with experience of managing several projects simultaneously. including vendor management, system integration and operational experience. having worked in a facilities management, or similar, environment would be strong advantage.as well having the credentials for this role, you will need to demonstrate suitable stakeholder, operational process understanding and robust business change skills and experience.responsibilities will include:plan, coordinate, manage and document your projects to successful delivery and through the standards and ppm tool of the ukime pmo.be responsible for the governance, reporting and identification of risks associated with the project(s) and work with the ukime pmo, sectors and wider technology team to ensure the overall success.be responsible for the delivery of the project(s) assigned to you.manage delivery teams consisting of business analysts, data analysts, testers, applications, trainers and any 3rd parties and any other resource required to deliver.be responsible for delivery according to agreed timescale and budget.create business cases for the project(s) assigned to you.be hands-on, (if required) to complete project deliverables as required.be responsible for managing all stakeholders associated with your projects including third parties.actively participate in the portfolio process i.e., resource management.effective management of business change activities on the project.manage escalations effectively and efficiently.qualifications and experience required:degree or equivalentproject management qualification i.e., prince 2 or apmsignificant and proven successful project management for both business change and it projectsexcellent stakeholder managementvendor management experience (desirable)understanding of business process design and optimisation (desirable)what will you get in return? an enhanced pension scheme (above auto enrolment rates) - to save for the futurelife assurance - to protect your family should the worst happen25 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays on topoption to purchase additional annual leaveprivate medical insurance - to protect youaccess to 100s of high street discountsfinancial wellbeing support - access to low interest loansrecognition scheme 'ocs stars'- monetary rewards given to top performerstraining and development- apprenticeships, e-learning, english as a second language and our award nominated 'impact' programmelong service awardscycle to work scheme- discounted bicyclesaccess to our employee assistance programme- 24-7 health & wellbeing supportcar allowance why join ocs group uk ltd?ocs prides itself as a company with strong family values and we are passionate about hiring people who demonstrate the same.we take care of you; we act safely and responsibly; we are trustworthy; we work as experts. if you share these values, we want you to be part of our team.ocs have a well-respected brand and our colleagues are empowered to be the best version of themselves. we offer job stability and are committed to developing our colleagues by offering more than just a job. we are a financially stable business who continues to be privately owned since its inception in 1900.we reward those who demonstrate our values and since the launch of our ocs star recognition scheme we have rewarded nearly 1,500 colleagues with monetary vouchers, certificates, and public recognition within the business.we invest and support the growth of our people and are currently sponsoring over 310 colleagues who are enrolled in a variety of apprenticeship programmes, ranging from level 3 qualifications in customer service to degree programmes in leadership. if you want to develop you career, ocs is a great choice.ocs offers the family feel of smaller organisations although large enough to offer so many opportunities. we recognise your efforts and contribution and show our appreciation through a variety of reward schemes which in turn results in our colleagues staying with ocs. our business is the family you can choose, and our people stay for the friendships, opportunities, and career fulfilment we offer

Closing on 16 Aug

  oldbury  |   £40,000

the project manger will manage the ss installation works in line with company procedure, ensuring systems comply with legislation and nsi / bsia requirements.you will work closely with the installations team, clients and ocs security systems sales team.you will need to demonstrate commercial and strategic awareness, have a structured approach and impressive leadership credentials.the role is homebased with uk travel requiredresponsibilities will include: work closely with other project managers, installations admin team and the sales team to ensure that all projects are delivered to budget.manage project health & safety including actioning risk assessmentsproduce programs of work for projects and commissioning/installation team efficiently. to assist in co-ordination of engineers and staff within the projects department & sub contract labour.projects delivered to time to budget and safelyorder placement of equipmentattendance to site meetings when requiredattendance to client and ocs ops meetingscompletion of installation ram'scommunicate regularly with colleagues through formal and informal channels on safety matterstake responsibility for ensuring that a safe system of work is produced and communicated to employees / sub contractors prior to the commencement of the work activity.take responsibility for ensuring that plant and equipment is maintained and fit for purpose. qualifications and experience required: to be able to demonstrate good security knowledge from a client's perspectiveto ensure compliance with the nsi accreditation requirements within area of responsibility.good standard of written and spoken english and mathematics, computer literate, use project planning tools.experience of project management and/or running an installations business.experience in project management, project costing, project vetting, client relationships and nsi accreditation requirements.a track record demonstrating a full understanding of profit & loss accounting and meeting budget requirements.the ability to 'listen' to customers and colleague requirements and contribute to offering improved solutions.a high degree of focus on attention to detail with strong analytical skills is essential.to be able to quickly develop and build good client and customer relationshipsable to prioritise work effectively and work extensively on your own initiative why join ocs group uk ltd?ocs prides itself as a company with strong family values and we are passionate about hiring people who demonstrate the same.we take care of you; we act safely and responsibly; we are trustworthy; we work as experts. if you share these values, we want you to be part of our team.ocs have a well-respected brand and our colleagues are empowered to be the best version of themselves. we offer job stability and are committed to developing our colleagues by offering more than just a job. we are a financially stable business who continues to be privately owned since its inception in 1900.we reward those who demonstrate our values and since the launch of our ocs star recognition scheme we have rewarded nearly 1,500 colleagues with monetary vouchers, certificates, and public recognition within the business.we invest and support the growth of our people and are currently sponsoring over 310 colleagues who are enrolled in a variety of apprenticeship programmes, ranging from level 3 qualifications in customer service to degree programmes in leadership. if you want to develop you career, ocs is a great choice.ocs offers the family feel of smaller organisations although large enough to offer so many opportunities. we recognise your efforts and contribution and show our appreciation through a variety of reward schemes which in turn results in our colleagues staying with ocs. our business is the family you can choose, and our people stay for the friendships, opportunities, and career fulfilment we offer

Closing on 09 Aug