Project Management Officer

Optalis; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000

Job description

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Project Management Officer

Location: Maidenhead

Basis: Full time

Salary: £37,526 - £41,613 per annum

This is a full-time, one-year fixed term role with hybrid working.

About us:

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community.

Job description

Your role will involve:

• Undertaking a variety of transformational projects, in accordance with agreed project plans, assigning resources and monitoring funding and spend.
• Producing project reports in the established format, at agreed intervals, summarising progress and identifying areas of potential concern.
• Monitoring progress against the project plan and agreeing remedial actions if required.
• Resolving issues occurring during the project cycle, escalating where appropriate with a series of options and recommendations.
• Conducting post-implementation reviews of projects to identify areas for improvement.

What we are looking for:

• We are keen to meet individuals who will work in line with our values and behaviours within the Corporate Projects team, facilitating the delivery of projects on time, to budget and to the required quality across all service areas.
• Qualified to PRINCE 2 or equivalent Project Management accreditation.
• The successful candidate will have a detailed understanding of the practical application, concepts and principles of project management and some knowledge/experience of business analysis and software implementation.
• They will bring proven project management experience, which could include delivery of IT focused projects and have a good understanding of the wide range of technical issues met in delivering IT projects.
• A proactive style with an enquiring nature to drive resolution to project issues and identify solutions.
• Good communication skills to facilitate collaboration across service areas and teams.

What we offer:

• 32 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working, including a hybrid working pattern, however there is an expectation of working in the office at least two days a week, and for in-person meetings.
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
• Free employee parking close to the offices.
• Give As You Earn scheme.
• Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
• Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Interview dates: TBC

If you wish to discuss these positions informally, please contact our Directorate Programme Managers - Raj Johal [e-mail] or Mark Pattison [e-mail].