Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 45,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Hounslow
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
Please note this is a maternity cover for 6-9 months*
About Lampton Group
Established for over a decade, Lampton Group is wholly owned by the London Borough of Hounslow. This means we operate a commercially minded business, with a public service ethos. We work in close partnership with the Borough to provide commercial, strategic and social value to the community; any profits we make are invested back into essential services and community projects. We have three operating arms - Lampton Homes, Lampton Leisure and Lampton Services – each exists to enhance the lives of residents and support the council in supplying essential services.
Why Join Lampton Group?
Annual pay and contract reviews
Hybrid working
24 days holiday allowance, plus bank holidays
Free gym membership
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave and Pension Scheme
Exclusive Discounts - save with Lampton Rewards and EE mobile offers
Staff wellbeing perks - online GP access, EAP, health testing, flu Jabs, and eye care vouchers
Sustainability Perks - cycle to work and electric car salary sacrifice scheme
Career Growth – CPD training, structured development, and leadership opportunities
About the Job
As a Project Manager at Lampton, you will be responsible for planning, evaluating, coordinating and delivering several complex and client focused projects, ensuring the completion of projects on time and within budget and scope. This Project Manager will oversee all aspects of projects including, but not limited to; setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, monitoring and summarising the progress of projects, preparing and presenting reports for senior management and the Board regarding the status of projects.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects and delegate project tasks based on staff members' individual strengths, skill sets and experience levels
Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
Ensure resource availability and allocation
Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress with clear milestones
Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques • Report and escalate to management as needed
Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders through a collaborative approach.
Perform risk management to minimise project risks
Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project
Track project performance, specifically to analyse the successful completion of short and longterm goals
Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
Previous Experience and Qualifications Required:
Project Management Professional certification
Proven working experience in project management
Ability to develop project plans, set up and lead project teams, manage projects in line with natural or prescribed project management frameworks, including coordinating simultaneous delivery of multiple projects.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Previous experience within Process Improvement, Developing and Tracking Budgets, Project Management, Planning and Performance Management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organisational, analytical and numeracy skills
Due to the needs of the business and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. Lampton Group is an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process