Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1.
We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023.
As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally.
Job DescriptionThe Senior Project Manager will lead and deliver complex medium to large-scale projects across Digital, IT, Data, and business transformation domains. This includes managing resources, schedules, budgets, and ensuring adherence to project governance and control frameworks. The successful candidate will be accountable for identifying and mitigating risks, resolving issues, and managing change requests to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and design projects, proactively monitor progress, resolve issues, and initiate corrective actions.
- Manage project budgets, track actual and forecasted expenditures, and report to programme management.
- Coordinate with third-party suppliers and delivery partners to ensure timely fulfilment of obligations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
- Identify and manage risks and issues that may impact project outcomes.
- Operate change control processes throughout the project lifecycle.
- Track and report interdependencies with other projects and communicate with relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure appropriate resourcing to meet project delivery plans and milestones.
- Provide regular progress updates through highlight reports and structured PMO processes.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams within matrix organisational structures to deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience delivering complex projects in Digital, IT, Data, or business transformation for large or medium organisations.
- Proven track record of successful project delivery using PRINCE2 or similar methodologies; extensive experience with Agile, SCRUM, and Waterfall.
- Strong leadership, communication (written, verbal, and presentation), and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Experience engaging with senior client stakeholders and managing expectations.
- Experience creating and managing large-scale project plans and achieving key milestones.
- Skilled in risk and issue management, with a track record of problem-solving and mitigation.
- Experience in resource management and forecasting within matrix delivery structures.
- Familiarity with structured PMO environments and defined processes and procedures.
Additional beneficial & sector skills:
- Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master, ITIL
- Technical Background: Experience in large IT infrastructure projects, Enterprise Applications migrations & upgrades including vendor management.
- Utilities Sector: Experience with SCADA, OT systems, and regulatory frameworks.
- Enterprise Systems: Hands-on experience with Oracle Network Management System (NMS), Maximo and or Copperleaf (Asset Management systems), and ERP implementations.
- Security & Compliance: Knowledge of security frameworks, change control, and sector-specific compliance requirements.
- Public Sector: Familiarity with public sector framework contracts (e.g., Crown Commercial Services) is a plus.
Additional Information
At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability.
One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology.
We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.
Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.
Ekta Bahl - Talent Acquisition Capability Partner
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