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IT Project Manager

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Overview

DSP offers award-winning IT consultancy and managed services for Oracle, Microsoft and Google technologies. We specialise particularly in data platform management, application development, engineered systems and Cloud with a strong presence specifically in Oracle SQL Server, APEX, Azure and GCP. We are a leading technology partner in the UK and have been recognised for that by our technology partners and industry through a wide range of awards and accolades.

Our mission is to be the most responsive service provider in the sphere of enterprise database management, regardless of platform, geography, and cloud infrastructure. We will harness the passion of our people and have the courage to challenge traditional methods of service delivery, pursuing customer happiness at all times.

We strive to hire the best people who are aligned to our core values of;

Excellence: We are committed to giving our best in everything we do and aspire to be exceptional.

Responsiveness: We are quick to respond to our colleagues' and customers’ needs.

Passion and fun: We are passionate about what we do and believe that work should be both fun and fulfilling.

Respect: We act with honesty and treat employees, customers and partners with mutual respect and promote inclusive working practices.

Continuous Improvement: We have the courage to innovate and embrace new ideas.

 

 

DSP Role Summary

The IT Project Manager will report directly to the Head of Professional Services and will be responsible for ensuring projects are managed effectively, delivered on time, within budget and scope. The IT Project Manager will manage projects through the full lifecycle (e.g. Initiation, Requirements, Business Case, Design, Build, Test & Live) and document/manage as living documents the project plan, issues, actions risks and dependencies.

While managing these projects the IT Project Manager will work closely with the sales, DBA and development teams, in conjunction with our customers.

In addition, they will facilitate workshops or presentations relevant to the progression of the project while maintaining constant communication with project stakeholders and management to report on progress.

 

Key Roles & Responsibilities

The IT Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring the smooth delivery of our key customer projects, ensuring they are getting maximum benefit from their investment. Tasks include:

  • Coordinate internal resources and customers/third parties for the seamless execution of projects.
  • Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
  • Developing project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
  • Ensure resource availability and allocation.
  • Develop a detailed project plan to track progress.
  • Manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs using appropriate verification techniques.
  • Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques.
  • Report and escalate to management as required.
  • Manage the relationship with the customer and all stakeholders.
  • Perform risk management to minimise project risks.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Key Success Criteria 

  • The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Self-motivated, self-starter and ability to work under their own initiative.
  • Be able to work individually or collaboratively within a team.
  • Manage their own time appropriately and ensure deadlines are met and expectations are set
  • Maintain professional certifications related to their area of expertise.

Experience and Background 

  • Previous experience in IT Project Management.
  • In depth and recent experience in Oracle and Microsoft technologies including Cloud.
  • A track record in the coordination of teams.
  • Experience working in a multi-customer environment.
  • Demonstrable track record in delivering technological environments.
  • Highly analytical in problem solving with the ability to apply original and innovative thinking.

Personal Attributes:

  • DSP values above all excellence, responsiveness, passion and fun, respect and continuous improvement.
  • Grit and determination.
  • Organisational skills.
  • Customer-focused attitude
  • Drive and determinations to get the job done correctly.
  • Excellent communication, influencing, interpersonal skills and leading in change.

Skills:

  • In depth experience of IT Project Management.
  • Experience of working on multiple project delivery.
  • Technical certifications in multiple platforms.
  • ITIL, Prince2 supporting knowledge and certifications.
  • Strong stakeholder management.
  • Project reporting experience.
  • Experience of identifying and managing risks, issues and dependencies, and building mitigation plans.

Employee Benefits:

  • 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
  • Competitive Salary
  • NEST Pension
  • Working from Home Flexibility

Location / Special Requirements

Flexible with weekly travel to a DSP office (Leeds, Nottingham, London) as and when required

This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indicating of the areas of activity and may be amended from time to time in the light of the changing needs of the organisation.

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