Project Manager
| Posting date: | 27 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £356.29 per day |
| Additional salary information: | per day PAYE |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 July 2025 |
| Location: | Bristol, BS1 5TR |
| Company: | Triumph Consultants Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | Bristol 5271283 |
Summary
What's involved with this role:
Job Title: Project Manager
Ref: Bristol 5271283
Pay rate: £356.29 per day PAYE
Hybrid working is possible. However, this is a very hands-on role so you will need to be very flexible and willing to be present in person for a lot of the time.
The role:
The project involves taking charge and delivering strategic solutions to address a highly sensitive escalating situation around Vehicle Dwellers in the City.
Ideal candidates will have experience managing high-profile, politically sensitive and complex projects, particularly related to housing, homelessness, Vehicle Dwellers and Travellers communities.
Familiarity with local government processes, the ability to manage conflicting stakeholder priorities, and working under pressure with shifting political priorities are essential for this role.
Key responsibilities:
Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards using project methodology; report to the Project Board and close projects in a controlled manner
Manage project budgets in line with financial procedures; monitor spend and report variances to the Project Board
Lead business case development by exploring options, costing them, and defining measurable benefits with clear ownership and realisation plans
Create and manage a detailed, end-to-end project plan covering milestones, dependencies, resources, risks, and contingencies, aligned with programme/portfolio plans
Set up and maintain governance structures to support delivery and align with wider business and programme decision-making
Monitor and forecast resource needs; ensure resource budgets are factored into the business case
Manage the change control process; assess impacts of change requests and escalate to the Board where needed
What the client is looking for:
Experienced in project management within change environments, skilled in project lifecycle methods and tools
Innovative problem-solver who challenges conventions to drive informed decisions
Proven ability to build and manage stakeholder relationships at all levels
Strong leader in creating and managing effective project teams
Expert in risk and issue management in programme and project settings
Proficient in planning, sequencing, and adapting to project dependencies and issues
Excellent organisational, time management, and prioritisation skills; delivers on scope, time, cost, and quality
Persuasive communicator with strong written and verbal skills
Awareness and understanding of equality and diversity issues relevant to the Project Manager role
Proficient in Microsoft Office and quick to learn new technologies
PRINCE2 or equivalent certification with practical methodology experience (PRINCE2/MSP) - desirable
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Job Ref: Bristol 5271283
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