Award of Provision of a Project Manager

Description

Social Security Scotland is looking to award a contract for the provision of Project Manager.• Lead one of Social Security Scotland project teams using appropriate project management methodologies to establish, plan and deliver a complex project.• Construct, manage and maintain comprehensive project documentation and implementation plans which drive and ensure successful change.• Support the development and service of project governance structures within the agency ensuring alignment with delivery partner plans.• Drive effective stakeholder relationships and engagement.• Deliver effective decision making through comprehensive and accurate evaluations and robust recommendations.• Manage and build capability in project and support team members providing guidance and support where required.• Draft accurate, timely reports tracking project performance, specifically to analyse the successful completion of short and long-term goals.• Contribute to the development of all associated spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs, requirements and progress.• Proven track record of using project management methodologies to establish, plan and deliver a complex project using robust project documentation and implementation plans which drive and ensure successful change.• Excellent analytical skills to support effective decision making, effective risk and dependency management.• Excellent leadership skills exemplified by the ability to work well with a diverse range of people and a passion for supporting others.• Excellent communication skills to engage, translate requirements and successfully land change with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.• Project Management qualification (s) such as PRINCE2, APM or Agile Project Management