Technical IT Project Manager

 

Main characteristics

Location

Reigate, Surrey

Company

MFK Recruitment

Salary

£40000 - £60000/annum

Employment type

Permanent

Category

IT

Job summary

Our client is seeking a Technical IT Project Manager to join their team, based in Reigate.
MFK Recruitment has successfully recruited 22 individuals for this well-established company in the past few years. Extremely ambitious company and theyre very interested in having individuals join their team who are keen to progress and succeed.
The successful Technical IT Project Manager will be based at my clients office in Reigate, there will also be some occasional local travel to visit customers' sites, so it is essential for the Technical IT Project Manager to have their own transport.
The Technical Project Manager will be primarily accountable for delivering a wide scope of projects for our growing customer base, managing the project engineers to ensure project delivery on time and to the highest standard and customer satisfaction.
The right candidate will have a strong technical background with a proven track record in project management and 2nd/3rd technical support who enjoys working with customers and external audiences.
Technical IT Project Manager - Responsibilities:
* Management, delivery and implementation of IT projects that meet quality assurance standards and exceed customer expectations
* Manage project budgets
* Manage project engineers on project delivery
* Line management and development of project engineers
* Prepare project scope of works including out-of-scope items
* Prepare project UATs and ensure completion
* Ensure early identification of out-of-scope works during project implementation and work with Account Manager and customer to expand scope/associated charges where required
* Interpret customer requirements; speak with customers or prospects to understand their needs and relay this information to the sales team
* Serve as liaison with other departments in the company to gather technical expertise for supporting the sales team
Technical IT Project Manager - Skills & Experience:
* Technical background, with previous experience in a technical project management role
* Proven track record in project management and delivery and knowledge of technology
* Skilled in preparing written communications and materials
* Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-moving environment and effectively multi-task and prioritise
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Strong organisational, presentation, and customer service skills
* Experience in line management preferred, but not essential
Some highlights of working with my client:
* Personalised training platform
* Skills assessment and personalised progression plans
* Microsoft Gold Partner and Google Partner
* Microsoft and Google training courses, accreditations and exams
* One-to-One training
* Company healthcare available
* Monthly performance-related incentives - including additional holiday days and vouchers
* Social & team building activities
There will be some travel locally and within the South of England for this role, so applicants will need a full driving licence, and use of their own vehicle