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Project Manager

November 16, 2021 | Comments Off on Project Manager

Project Manager

Aquapak Polymers is a developer, manufacturer and distributor of a strong, fully biodegradable and marine safe polymer resin capable of replacing standard plastics in several everyday applications.

We have a great opportunity to work as part of the growing PMO team to deliver results in this exciting global business.

Reporting to the Programme Manager, duties include the set-up and control of projects through the full lifecycle.

Duties include

  • To plan and scope out individual projects to meet business plan objectives in conjunction with the identified objectives set by the commercial/technical teams
  • To draw up project plans with identified resource requirements and responsibilities with alternative options where applicable for presentation to identified stakeholder, both internal and external
  • To manage a portfolio of internal and external projects and regularly communicate progress to all stakeholders through the use of Gantt charts/ spreadsheets, accurate recording on the CRM system, written reports and presentations
  • To report back regularly to the Programme manager on project progress or issues/solutions to enable strategic decisions to be made in a timely manner
  • To ensure the clear communication of project responsibilities to all relevant parties and to regularly update the project owners on progress against plans through management of all stakeholders
  • Create and deliver project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirement to ensure all stakeholders are kept informed.
  • To build and pro-actively manage relationships with relevant stake holders, including customers to ensure effective and efficient implementation of the project(s).
  • Highlight areas of concern as soon as they are identified to mitigate risks and potential roadblocks to the delivery of projects and present solutions to meet business objectives
  • To ensure project documents are complete, current, and appropriately stored to enable communication of progress and access of information within company systems

You must have the following as a minimum:

  • Previous experience of at least two years project management in a busy commercially driven organisation including;
  • Working to Prince/APMQ framework standards
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and great attention to detail
  • An understanding of the packaging industry would be an advantage alongside a passion for environmental issues

You will also have GCSE's/A-level in Maths & English, knowledge of all Microsoft Office programmes, especially Excel and have an ambition to develop your career in a dynamic growing business with global impact

Starting salary c £25-30k

By applying for this role, your details will be sent to Ortolan People, who are acting as consultants for the hiring company. Ortolan People are engaged to provide recruitment support in processing applications. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants within three working days. Occasionally for roles with a very high volume of applicants, this may not be possible.

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