Job Description

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Senior Project Managers play a critical role in managing all aspects of account programmes, from early design development of new products, long term programme planning, programme level reporting of progression and risk, and execution to delivery. Their leadership and management skills are essential for ensuring large volume-based programmes are completed successfully, on time, and within budget.
As leaders, the Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the continued development of management methods and best practices, provide optimal procedural services, and concern themselves with the health, risk, and dexterity of programme projects through active engagement with Reporting Structures and department colleagues at all levels.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning and overseeing programmes of multiple projects to ensure they are maintaining on time delivery dates and are within budget.
• Planning and coordinating product design through Engineering department, assigned project resources, budgets preparations, monitoring of progress, and management of communication with both internal and external stakeholders throughout a programme lifespan.
• Determine and define programme projects scope and objective.
• Plan, manage, and monitor progress against our standards and procedures whist maintaining and promoting best practice.
• Manage finances against budgets and targets.
• Maintain and enhance relationships with our staff and customers through proactive management.
• Promote and participate in innovations and best practices. Keep abreast of latest developments to ensure that the business maintains its competitive position, through innovation and current industry best practice.
• Promote the business in all interactions and communications with customers.
• Within the Team you will serve as a point of escalation and a reliable go-to person when assistance is needed-a supportive presence ready to lend a helping hand or/ and provide advice on Project matters.
• Responsible for fostering collaboration, assigning responsibilities, and providing guidance to ensure cohesive and effective teamwork.
• Supervise the progress of team projects, monitor their advancement within the project timeline, and relay the team's status to the Project Delivery Manager for assessment. Facilitate clear and regular communication between project teams, stakeholders, and senior management. Provide updates on project progress, milestones, and any issues that may impact delivery.
• Management of a personal portfolio of Colocation and Independent Project Accounts, to include the planning, management, and reporting maintenance of associated Projects throughout their natural life cycle.
• Contribute to the supervision, organisation, and assignment of personnel within the Project Delivery Department to suitable Accounts and Projects, assisting with the identification of key personnel internal within the business necessary for proactive functional.
• Providing oversight and direction regarding Project Task Planning, considering dependencies of multiple inter-dependent departments
• Development and maintenance of Reporting Structures, with special concentration on Risk Management Mitigation, and Commercial Performance Reports.
• Provide leadership and discipline in the development of a proactive risk management environment by promotion and usage of effective reporting structures and principles.
• Champion the development of processes based upon the principles of Lean Manufacturing. Identifying deficiencies within existing Management processes, and producing proposals for the optimisation of through suitable management tools such as Flow Charts, Process Mapping, "Five Whys" learning etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Third Level Education in Engineering or any applicable course (Desired)
• Experience in Construction Management, Business Management (with Construction) or Building Services Engineering

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to . If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom.