Project Manager

Daily rate: £400 to £450 via Umbrella

Location: South West (Hybrid)

Hours: 4 days per week (0.8 FTE)

Duration: 3 months initially

Reference: J88131

Venn Group are currently working with a Local Authority in the South West, who are seeking a Project Manager on an interim basis.

Main duties of the job:

• Reporting into the Head of Analysis & Evaluation and working closely with the head of Performance, the interim project manager will specialise in project management, in particular of IT procurement
• Lead on the completion of the Gateway Review evaluation and implementation of a corporate project tracker
• Oversee the project management of two critical short-term projects:
  
  • Research to inform the Gateway Review of the Investment Fund portfolio
  • Procurement and implementation of a corporate project tracker database
• Establish and maintain project plans and coordinate team members to ensure delivery remains on track
• Assist in moving the projects forward, for example by ensuring that partners have the information they need at the right time
• Liaise with the suppliers to tackle issues that arise and maintain timescales
• With a particular background in IT project management, assist the project team and the project tracker supplier to effectively implement a database solution, and embed data entry processes into the organisation

Essential Skills:

• Proven project management skills, with the ability to work under pressure, prioritise and take a lead in ensuring the delivery of results, ideally in implementing IT systems
• Experience of working in a complex stakeholder environment and can demonstrate ability to develop and maintain effective relationships

To apply for this role and for more information, please send your updated CV to Olivia Bournes at or call