Project Manager

HighPoint; Greenford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in the UK is seeking a motivated Mid-Level IT Project Manager to oversee the planning and execution of IT projects. The role involves managing cross-functional teams and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of IT project management experience, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in tools like Jira and MS Project. Join us to contribute to our dynamic project environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in IT project management or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies like Agile and Scrum.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans and monitor progress.
• Lead cross-functional teams including developers and analysts.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field

PMP, PRINCE2 certification

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

Global Headquarters:
5 Gail Court Sparta, NJ 07871

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UK: [phone]
HighPoint Service Center: [phone]

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mid‑Level IT Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to manage cross‑functional teams. The Project Manager plays a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while meeting quality standards.

Role Description

HighPoint Project Managers are responsible for overseeing the fulfillment on multiple projects and communicating progress to senior management, team members and customer stakeholders at regular intervals, and can quickly identify vulnerabilities, obstacles, and create innovative solutions to challenges that arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Execution:
  • Develop project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and budgets.
  • Monitor and control project progress, identifying and mitigating risks.
  • Coordinate resources and ensure effective allocation.
• Team Management:
  • Lead cross‑functional teams, including developers, analysts, and stakeholders.
  • Facilitate team collaboration and ensure effective communication.
  • Provide guidance, support, and motivation to project team members.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing updates on project progress.
  • Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with project goals.
  • Organize and lead regular meetings to review project milestones and deliverables.
• Risk and Issue Management:
  • Identify, assess, and resolve project risks and issues promptly.
  • Implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements.
  • Conduct post‑project evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain detailed project documentation, including status reports, budgets, and schedules.
  • Prepare and present project status updates to leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3‑5 years of experience in IT project management or a similar role.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project).
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification is a plus.

Additional Skills

• Familiarity with IT infrastructure, software development, or system implementations.
• Analytical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience with budgeting and financial tracking for projects.
• Teamwork – The ability to lead others to meet objectives.
• Planning – Ability to create a project plan that delivers objectives that meet the required levels of quality,
  timeliness, and cost
• Goal achievement – The ability to identify and prioritize activities that lead to a goal.
• Customer focus – A commitment to customer satisfaction and ability to build effective business relationships
  with project stakeholders (including internal and customer resources).
• Communication – The ability to listen, interpret, communicate, and present, in an effective manner to technical teams and to customers.
• Self‑Management – Ability to prioritize and complete tasks to deliver desired outcomes within allotted time frames
• Continuous Learning – The ability to take personal responsibility and action toward learning and implementing new ideas, methods, and technologies.
• Problem solving – The ability to identify key components of a problem to formulate a solution or solutions
• Persuasive Presentation – Effectively & concisely communicates through verbal and visual methods to gain the support and cooperation from stakeholders, superiors, colleagues, subordinates, and other parties to achieve a desired course of action
• Facilitation Skills – Impartially guides a group with an overall goal of reaching consensus, solving problems, or accomplishing tasks.