Head of Project and Portfolio Management

Head of Project & Portfolio Management, Taunton, £60,000 - £65,000

As Head of Project & Portfolio Management within this close-knit, engineering company, you will play a pivotal role in guiding your team of Project Managers from concept through to customer sign-off, whilst ensuring specification, cost, and deadlines are met. You will sit on the Senior Management Team and be an integral part of driving this company forward in their sustainable growth plans. 

Working closely with the Sales Manager and reporting into the joint Managing Directors you will work with multiple internal and external stakeholders daily.  This role requires adherence to Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards, and the ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement and delivering a first-class service to customers.

Background & Benefits

Rubicon’s client has been operating for over 25 years and has a long-standing history within their sector of being a trusted partner for clients across various sectors.  Predominantly working with the utilities and nuclear industries, they have continuously evolved, adopting the latest technology to stay at the forefront of the industry.

Whilst having a focus on innovation and dedication to quality and customer satisfaction, the company offer a dynamic and rewarding working experience. With the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects, the team are enabled to grow professionally and feel part of a collective effort through interdepartmental cooperation.

Head of Project & Portfolio Management Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Project Management team to ensure timely, cost-effective project delivery.
• Continuously enhance processes, manage risks, maintain cashflow accuracy, and ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive project portfolio management process.
• Conduct regular project reviews and quality assessments.
• Oversee the compliance of designs with health & safety regulations and customer standards.

Head of Project & Portfolio Management Skills & Experience Required

• Proven leadership experience within an engineering, long term project-based business.
• Familiarity with APM and Prince2 Project Management methodologies or similar.
• Technical expertise, with strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Commitment to delivering first-class service with excellent communication skills.
• Continuous learning and professional development mindset.

Interested?

To be considered for this Head of Project & Portfolio Management opportunity or for more information, submit your CV to Grace Jeyes at Rubicon by applying directly to this advert.

Our team at Rubicon reviews every application. Please ensure your CV is submitted in Microsoft Word. If sent as PDF it will cause delays.

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