Project Manager

Role:
Project Manager

Day rate: £450 to £500 (Outside IR35)

Start: ASAP

Location: Manchester/Rochdale – Hybrid working 1-2 days per week

Contract duration: 6 months with a planned extension for an additional 6 months

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Manager to join a dynamic transformation team within a fast-paced, multi-functional organisation. This role is responsible for planning, managing, and delivering strategic projects aligned with corporate objectives and transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will ensure projects are well-defined, delivered on time, meet business and technical requirements, and stay within budget.

Scope for 2 projects:

1. Data warehouse led Power BI reporting solution
2. Support development of HR system which will involve changes to Payroll processes, operational reporting and rollout of a complex rostering system.

Key responsibilities

• Defining project objectives, managing budgets and timelines and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Developing data collection strategies, establishing and enforcing data management policies, and ensuring the quality, accuracy and security of data throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and report on progress, report on outcomes, and resolve any problems that arise.
• Define milestones, budget requirements, and resource allocation.
• Adhere to the company's governance structure and ensure alignment with the overall programme.
• Manage third-party vendors, suppliers and engage with offshore teams.
• Resolve technical and functional issues and negotiate with stakeholders.

Requirements

• At least 5-7 years of experience managing complex reporting and HR system projects, in a similar organisation.
• Experience of delivering HR system improvements involving workflow processes, reporting, rostering and rollout of additional modules supporting our operational teams.
• Technical data knowledge and expertise in SQL, data visualisation tools such as Power BI.
• Strong communication, leadership, and the ability to translate complex data for non-technical stakeholders are also critical requirements.
• Experience in a mid to large organisation working with cross-functional team management, and familiarity with agile methodologies.