Strategic Project Manager

6 days ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcastle University Full time
About the Role

The Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE) at Newcastle University is seeking an exceptional leader to undertake the role of Strategic Project Manager. This is a rare opportunity to be part of the Faculty's senior leadership team, working in partnership with senior leaders to develop, manage, and deliver strategic projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, lead, manage, implement, and deliver a range of projects across various teams to ensure desired outcomes align with Faculty strategy.
  • Contribute to the development of the academic vision for the Faculty, making a significant contribution to the formation of the Faculty strategy, including planning short, medium, and long-term strategic plans.
  • Support the Faculty Dean of Strategic Projects and Senior Management team by undertaking external benchmarking exercises and making recommendations to relevant committees.
  • Prepare project-specific business cases for submission to the Faculty Executive Board, University Budget Scrutiny Group, and Executive Board as appropriate.
  • Lead the development of specific project plans, planning and scheduling timelines in consultation with stakeholders, and brokering solutions to keep projects on track.
  • Monitor and report on project progress, including performance against budget, to the appropriate project meetings, and prepare papers and reports for the Faculty Executive Board.
  • Establish a risk management framework and develop strategies to manage specific projects.
  • Provide high-quality support for the Faculty Dean of Strategic Projects and wider project team in support of the Faculty strategy, coordinating specific project meetings, project budget, and follow-up action.
  • Play a lead role in ensuring an effective change and communications strategy for projects, communicating and consulting with key stakeholders.
  • Project manage the transition to new facilities for infrastructure and estates-based projects, developing a plan to include decant, temporary relocation, and installations of facilities.
  • Provide management and leadership to Research Project Managers based within the Faculty, including recruitment, induction, and training and development.
  • Work within the University matrix structure, coordinating input from colleagues in different departments, and contributing to project progress.
Requirements
  • A track record in strategic planning and change management, demonstrated through experience of managing complex projects.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the Higher Education sector, including education policies and processes.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor communication style to the audience.
  • Critical thinking and active problem-solving skills to manage risk.
  • Excellent planning and organizing, both personally and on behalf of a team.
  • Must have excellent influencing skills to facilitate changes in behavior and direction at both a strategic and operational level.
  • In-depth understanding of leading a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Knowledge of project management techniques and tools.
Attributes and Behaviours
  • Is inspirational and provides clear direction, particularly in times of uncertainty.
  • Has the ability to see the 'big picture,' to think strategically, and to manage complex problems and issues.
  • A positive 'gets things done' approach, with the ability to be decisive and act when required.
  • High drive and initiative, able to demonstrate professional resilience.
  • An articulate, confident, and politically adept communicator, ready and able to deal with difficult situations and to challenge where necessary.
  • Takes the initiative to develop and implement new ideas and approaches.
  • Acts in a collaborative way, inclusive, transparent, and open manner, acting with integrity and able to build high levels of trust.
  • Possesses the personal stature to engage with and earn the respect and goodwill of peers and more senior colleagues.
  • Role model for professionalism and commitment to the University's values and stated goals, and to exhibit such professionalism both internally and externally.
Qualifications
  • Graduate and/or equivalent experience.

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