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IT Project Manager
First Group
- Swindon, England, United Kingdom
- Swindon, England, United Kingdom
À propos
GWR is the proud custodian of Brunel's railway - one of the most prestigious networks in the world and with the newest trains in the country and exciting plans to extend our services. With more than one hundred million passenger journeys each year, we carry people to over 275 stations in the South West, from Cornwall to Bristol, South Wales and London, passing through beautiful country and some of the UK's top tourist destinations.
We are transforming the way people think about train travel, empowering our team to make it a great experience for our customers. Together, we will restore the railways as a very special way to travel - relaxing, fast, efficient, friendly and fun.
What is the job? This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to help shape, mould and redefine the IT Project Management function.
To be a key member of the IT project delivery function within the wider IT team, responsible for contributing to, and the delivery of, various work packages, workstreams and small/medium projects initiated from within IT and/or wider business projects and initiatives.
You’ll ensure the IT project delivery function delivers the right outcomes for colleagues and customers, doing so safely, effectively and efficiently and following the GWR project management methodology and adoption of best practice. You’ll help support and mature the IT project delivery function’s reputation as a team that delivers on‑time and on‑budget.
What will I be doing?
To deliver allocated aspects of project delivery (work packages, workstreams, projects) as agreed the Senior Project Manager, through the use of appropriate tools and methods including:
Planning – of project, workstreams and work packages, definition and requirements gathering (including workshop facilitation)
Definition of objectives and outcomes – work with stakeholders to agree objectives and outcomes
Stakeholder and communication plans – application of proportionate and appropriate communications to support the delivery of project/workstreams/work packages
Scope, timescales, schedule, key milestones (identify and agree)
Constraints – safety management, delivering change in a way that adheres to the safety environment of the railways
Budget – support the generation of business cases for continued justification and delivery focus where required
RAIDD – Risk, assumptions, issues and dependences, decisions
Ensure assigned projects/work packages are delivered in accordance with appropriate business project methodologies and all required stages and governance gateways are adhered to
Ensure project plans and documentation are completed to a high standard using GWR project tools
Provide information and support to the Senior Project Manager on planned/project progression reports for distribution to appropriate governance boards and reporting requests
Facilitate project meetings for allocated projects/initiatives where required
Perform project assurance, quality reviews and change control when required for assigned projects/initiatives
Participation in internal working groups and workshops when required
Provide an active role in the wider IT team, supporting colleagues, contributing to discussions and driving a ‘can do’ attitude
Be inquisitive, drive continuous improvements and look to challenge the status quo where improvements are identified
Support the Senior Project Manager in delivering across the IT change portfolio
What sort of person are you looking for?
Affective project management lead with fantastic communication skills and the ability to build good working relationships across functions and layers
Expert project manager who’s able to provide process and rigour to projects
Knowledgeable of project methodologies and processes
Proficient in the management of project assurance, quality reviews and change control
Able to demonstrate strong collaborative working style
What do I need to have?
You must be experienced in project management, working within internal and external stakeholders.
Desirable to have facilitation experience ranging e.g. to project kick‑start events
A proactive approach to work and be able to work at pace
Application Please apply online via our website: https://careers.firstgroup.co.uk/brand-gwr
If you have any problems applying, please email gwrrecruitment@gwr.com
The Reward As well as a great team environment and comprehensive training, all GWR colleagues enjoy a range of benefits including:
On‑go‑ing development
Defined benefit pension scheme with the Railways Pension Scheme
Free rail travel across the GWR network for you and your family
Company‑sponsored health care plan
Discounted shopping and gym membership
Employee assistance programme and much more
We all belong at GWR. This is our vision for providing an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, ensuring all candidates have an equal opportunity to access meaningful employment.
We value our differences such as age, gender, LGBTQIA, ethnicity, religion and disability. We maintain zero tolerance towards any form of prejudice towards our colleagues, customers, and future talent.
We celebrate and encourage diversity of thought, progressive ways of working and seeing all our colleagues grow and thrive.
We review all roles and job descriptions to ensure they are accessible and, where possible, we support and provide flexible working options; we recommend that you refer to each vacancy description for further details.
If you require additional support to complete your application due to a disability or neurodivergent condition such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, or autism, please follow the links below. We encourage you to share any additional needs you may require so we can provide a fair and equal process for all who apply.
https://exceptionalindividuals.com/neurodiversity/
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Compétences linguistiques
- English
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