FAQs
What is the location for this job?
The job is remote but requires occasional visits to the office in Walsall as needed, typically once or twice a month.
What is the main purpose of the Project Manager role?
The main purpose is to successfully deliver strategic programmes of business change and achieve the stated benefits realisation, including forecast efficiencies and savings.
Who will the Project Manager be working under?
The Project Manager will work in collaboration and under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Transformation & Digital.
What types of programmes will the Project Manager be overseeing?
The Project Manager will oversee large, complex, interdependent programmes of business change activity across the Council and its partners.
What is expected regarding stakeholder engagement?
The Project Manager is expected to proactively and effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and customers to capture requirements and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
Will the Project Manager be responsible for budgeting?
Yes, the Project Manager will be accountable for the project budget and is expected to report any risks or slippage to the Programme Manager/Assistant Director of Transformation & Digital.
What types of documentation will the Project Manager need to prepare?
The Project Manager will need to prepare and present documentation that brings forward learning and recommendations to the Executive Directors, Programme Senior Responsible Owners, and Project Executives.
Is research and best practice monitoring part of the role?
Yes, the Project Manager is responsible for researching best practices and maintaining strong links with other organizations that have successfully implemented business change programmes.
How will the Project Manager ensure transparency in business change activities?
The Project Manager must ensure the provision and availability of appropriate evidence and documents to demonstrate probity and transparency in all business change-related activities.
What is the emphasis on innovation in this role?
The Project Manager is expected to support the transformation programme by designing, managing, and delivering complex strategic business change programmes that require innovation and challenge.