Project Manager - Business Systems

Are you passionate about driving innovation and leading transformative projects? Digital Catapult, the UK’s authority on advanced digital technology, is seeking a Project Manager to join our Delivery team. In this role, you will be responsible for the project management and delivery of the Business Systems Transformation Programme, in which we are replacing our existing Finance, Programme/Project/Resource Management and HR systems with a fully integrated system. If you have a proven track record in leading the delivery of a company-wide transformation programme on budget, on time and to the highest standards of quality, we want to hear from you!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Along with the Head of OPMO, Technology and Business representatives, lead the planning and develop coherent project strategy, structure (workstreams and tasks), and resourcing plans. Define realistic goals, milestones and targets that will lead to the required outcomes and impact. Ensure that tasks on the project are clearly defined and agreed with internal and external stakeholders
• Initiate and maintain all project artefacts such as budgets, risks and issues logs, project plans, and progress reports
• Set priorities and resolve risks, issues and dependencies as required.
• Report on progress as needed through regular status updates using appropriate documentation and presentation
• Initiate and run regular team meetings (e.g. stand ups), update sessions and workshops as needed
• Successfully build and manage relationships both internally and externally.
• Use the approved project delivery governance processes and policies to enable project oversight and control
• Manage suppliers and 3rd party vendors ensuring deliverables are delivered on time, budget and quality. This will include (from time to time) evaluation of prospective suppliers regarding production capability & quality management.
• Evaluate the progress of the project on a regular basis, taking action to ensure that project goals are achieved, and that project outcomes and impact are maximised and success stories are widely shared.
• Work closely with the PMO on processes, reporting, and communication, ensuring that policies and best practices are followed.
• Ensure suitable knowledge transfer at both during and at end of the project or the engagement with Digital Catapult.

Requirements

The successful candidate will:

• Exhibit calm, decisive and strong leadership
• Have a track record of successfully delivering Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation projects such as SAP, MS Dynamics, Oracle, etc., from initiation to closure
• Have experience of working with vendors, partners and consultants to implement ERP systems
• Have managed the definition and implementation of change management strategies to ensure the successful transition to new systems and processes
• Have managed the development of test strategies and plans. Coordinating the test phases of ERP projects including unit, system, integration and user acceptance testing.
• Be able to demonstrate excellent stakeholder management skills at senior levels
• Take a structured and detailed approach to planning and delivery
• Deliver accurate reporting including to senior leadership teams
• Demonstrate proactive management of risks, issues and dependencies.
• Ensure that the programme delivers impact and the successful realisation of project benefits.

Deadline for Applications: Friday 4th October 2024

Benefits

• Excellent holiday package: 25 days annual leave, Bank Holidays and 3 days between Christmas and New Year:
• Double-matched pension up to 10% of your salary;
• 4% of your salary to use towards selecting benefits that work for you, including health cash plan, Private Medical Insurance; buying holiday, topping up your pension;
• E-Vehicle Scheme; Cycle2Work; Tech Scheme; Gym Discounts; Give As you Earn; PerkPal;
• Life insurance 4x salary;
• Free to access EAP & Financial Wellbeing advice;
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave;
• Hybrid working - with great offices to work from 2 days per week with some roles needing to be onsite more regularly to ensure the successful delivery of our work;
• Investment in your ongoing learning and development with us;
• Company social events throughout the year and free office snacks!