Seeking an enthusiastic Project Manager for managing integration activities in complex defence programmes. Join a collaborative environment focused on delivering excellence with innovative projects.
About the role
- Project Manager overseeing Bedford Consulting's exciting projects with Professional Services teams in various regions remotely in Germany. Leading multiple complex projects while ensuring client satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with Bedford's Professional Services teams to successfully manage projects.
- Responsible for managing and delivering projects using the agile "Anaplan Way" methodology.
- Define project scope and objectives, engaging all relevant stakeholders.
- Develop a project plan to manage each project in compliance with Bedford's governance criteria and commercial parameters.
- Lead internal resources/teams as well as all partners and clients to ensure smooth project execution.
- Manage changes to project scope.
- Identify, assess, and control project risks and issues.
- Measure and report project performance (RAG) using appropriate methods and tools.
- Maintain regular communication with management and escalate issues as required.
- Responsible for the ongoing financial control of the project.
- Formally hand over products and/or solutions to the Bedford Care team and Managed Services for regular support.
- Actively lead and motivate the Professional Services team across all project phases.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years proven experience in technical project management, ideally in an IT professional services or managed services environment.
- Experience in IT consulting and solid knowledge of managing software development lifecycle projects.
- Knowledge of Anaplan and related products and services is an advantage.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask, with the capability to prioritize demanding tasks effectively and maintain productivity.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is essential.
- Practical experience with software development tools such as Jira is also advantageous.
- Certification in Agile PM, Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or similar is required.
- University degree, equivalent qualification, or substantial practical experience in the relevant field.
- Ability to manage multiple large and/or complex projects concurrently.
- Excellent presentation skills with demonstrated confidence presenting to groups and senior stakeholders.
- Ability to facilitate meetings and lead workshops with diverse audiences, capture information effectively, and steer discussions toward objectives.
- Ability to understand relevant industry technologies in depth and develop and communicate effective solutions considering commercial constraints.
- Experience working with CRM, ERP, and ITSM platforms to support the full project lifecycle from sales to service, and practical knowledge of ITIL.
- Team-oriented, self-motivated, able to inspire others and resolve conflicts effectively.
- Personable demeanor with the ability to build key relationships and trust with colleagues, partners, and clients through a flexible approach.
- Confident English communication to work in an international team.
- Demonstrable contributions to the PMO by supporting both the PMO and the wider organization in achieving strategic objectives and promoting continuous improvement processes.
Benefits
- 30 days annual leave
- Mobile phone allowance
- Employee assistance program
- €1,000 annual training budget
- Enhanced parental leave
- Rewards and recognition vouchers
- Access to WeWork spaces
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