Job Description

Why should I apply?

Your primary responsibility is to oversee and manage the successful execution and delivery of projects within an organization. You will lead a team of project managers and coordinators, ensuring the efficient utilization of resources, timely completion of deliverables, and adherence to quality standards.

You will enjoy collaborating with various stakeholders, including clients, cross-functional teams, and senior management, to establish project objectives, scope, and timelines.

How will I spend my time in this role?

Project Management Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and guide a team of project managers and coordinators;
• Define project management best practices and ensure their implementation;
• Set clear goals, objectives, and expectations for project delivery.

Resource Planning and Allocation:

• Determine project resource requirements and allocate them effectively;
• Monitor resource utilization and make adjustments as necessary;
• Ensure the availability of necessary tools, equipment, and infrastructure for project teams.

Project Delivery:

• Oversee project execution, monitoring progress, and ensuring adherence to project plans;
• Identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and escalate concerns when necessary;
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage project scope, objectives, and timelines.

Quality Assurance:

• Establish and maintain quality standards for project deliverables;
• Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance with quality requirements;
• continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery processes;
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery processes.

Stakeholder Management:

• Build strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and expectations;
• Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders regularly;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective coordination and alignment.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess project performance;
• Prepare and present project status reports to senior management and stakeholders;
• Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to optimize delivery outcomes.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

• Proven experience in project management, preferably in a leadership role;
• Proficiency in project management software and tools;

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering);
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.

What else do we offer?

• The opportunity to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year;

• A genuine commitment to smarter working - we recognise your work/life balance matters;
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community;
• Excellent benefits package including private medical insurance/dental cover and 10% non-contributory pension from month three;

What does hybrid working mean to us?

Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.

What happens next?

Once we receive your CV it will be reviewed by a human- no bots here!

The average process once we receive your application takes around 2-3 weeks with typically 2 stages of video interviews using Teams - however this can change depending on the role (we may invite you to see us face to face or just need 1 video interview).

If you need any support you can see who to contact in our Recruitment Team on the advert - any questions please just let us know.

Get to know us better....

The future of energy is digitised, decarbonised and localised. At Smartest Energy, we need revolutionary thinkers to help our customers make the most of this new landscape, thinking differently to find smart solutions to complex problems.

Formed in 2001, we\'re an agile business driven by entrepreneurial thinking. As a subsidiary of the Marubeni Corporation, we also have strong investment and infrastructure behind us. We have three offices in the UK, one in the US and another in Australia. Further expansion is planned for 2023 and beyond which means global career opportunities for you, with plenty of potential to explore new markets.

When you join our Team, you will have the opportunity to contribute and make an impact every single day.

Diversity

Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to what we do. We value everybody irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality or ethnicity.

We know that for our business to thrive we need diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the countries in which we operate. We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow.

Smartest Energy