Senior IT Project Manager

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Smooth-running, dependable systems are essential to any modern and flexible organisation. This is particularly so for One Housing. With our various departments, locations and diverse services, our I.T. specialists encounter a broad range of changing requirements and fresh challenges. We offer the opportunity to put your problem-solving skills and technical knowledge to fantastic use, in support of an organisation with a social purpose and strong values.Client DetailsThis organisation create places for people to call home and support them to live well. With a breadth of services and expertise to help people whatever their housing, care, or support needs.Their IT team is friendly and they love what we do. They are passionate about the high-quality support they provide.As an organisation with a strong social purpose, One Housing works in some of the most diverse communities in the UK and their workforce reflects that. They understand the strength they gain from having and supporting their diverse teams. The different skills and experiences that their colleagues from different backgrounds bring to them allows them to make better decisions, consider different views and be an altogether more interesting and cohesive place to work.They welcome applications from everyone.DescriptionManage a portfolio of complex initiatives that span one or multiple lines of businessLiaise with IT Management to project manage IT Technical Services projects, including the formation and management of project teams (including 3rd parties and contractors where necessary), assembly and management of project budgets and overall project management to deliver systems solutions.Manage project and program issues and risks to mitigate impact to baselineProvide weekly progress reports to the Project Board and other senior stakeholdersEffectively manage risks, issues and dependenciesCreate and maintain all project documentation according to PRINCE2Establish and manage the project's procedures and controlsManage the production of the project's productProfileExtensive understanding of project and program management principles, methods and techniquesPrevious experience of implementing both Infrastructure (20%) and Software (80%) projectsAble to conform to quality criteria set by the PMO (Project Management Office) with respect to documentation standards and project management best practiceResults-focused: able to set high work standards for self and demonstrate drive to meet targets.Customer-orientated: desire and willingness to address the needs of residents and project team members, continually seeking to improve quality and standards of excellenceSolid track record of successful IT implementation project delivery within cost, time, quality, scope, risk and benefit constraintsAbility to create simple Project Management documentation and reports; such as PIDs, Dashboard reports and RAID logsJob Offer Salary: £55-63,000Up to 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.Lean travel. Spread the cost of your commute with a season ticket loans and Cycle2Work scheme, open to all colleagues!You can buy or sell up to five days annual leave each year.Two days off on full pay each year to volunteer in our communities.Their innovative, in-house learning and development offering is designed to help you take your career to the next level.Employee assistance programme offers counselling and support for you and your family 24/7.Take up to five paid days off per year to study toward a relevant qualification.They offer you a career break after 3 years' continuous service.