Your key responsibilities will include: Provide support on contract and agreement matters, business operations and diagnostic output monitoring to the laboratory management team and members of the divisional office. Ensure Specialist Microbiology Services Network Managers and Laboratory Management receive appropriate contract management, business operations and diagnostic output monitoring support; this involves working closely with the Microbiology Network Managers and Laboratory Management Teams in the provision of appropriate information. To support the production of contracts, activity reports, diagnostic outputs and business reporting and support the maintenance of a monitoring systems and agreements databases. Support ensuring those NHS contracts and reports submitted for review are compatible with the standard NHS contract clauses and strategic objectives and highlight issues including financial, safety and quality impacts. Provide information and support to the SMS Operations lead on all aspects of activity data including data collection and validation relating to regular outputs such as the regional activity indicators, and monitoring and analysis of such data. Assist the Head of Operations in the establishment and maintenance of robust systems and processes for administration, risk management and business support across the division. Assist the Head of Operations lead in undertaking any necessary analysis of financial and management information in accordance with corporate policies and procedures. Comment on, propose changes and support in the implementation of policies and procedures used by the laboratory (in relation to Business Management). Support for the monthly invoicing of NHS contracted work for NHS customers. Respond to internal and external customer inquiries/ problems regarding invoicing. To keep up to date on developments within UKHSA and to identify and assess and inform the Specialist Microbiology Services Network Managers and the SMS Operations lead about developments in the NHS and Public Health Community. To take a lead role in all aspects of stock management, stock control, ordering and monitoring consumables, undertaking periodic stock checks to ensure reconciliation between actual stock held and MaPS records. Assist in the development of business cases submitted to the SMS Divisional Office. To assist with national initiatives including regular full-costing exercises, consumable analysis etc. Provide financial support to the Laboratory Office. Assist senior management team with staff performance and attendance management in line with UKHSA policy. Attend key operational meetings. Any other tasks commensurate with the grading and duties of this post. Provide the development of business intelligence to monitor Laboratory activity. Management of junior business analyst staff within the Cambridge Business Management Team. You will be assessed on the below 10 essential criteria, which have been selected from the Job Description Essential criteria: Experience of managing and motivating a team. Must be able to prioritise own work effectively and be able to direct activities of others. Strong computer literacy including the development and use of spreadsheet applications, databases and word-processing. Good communication skills to people at all levels either on a one-to-one basis or to groups. Good written communication skills e.g. ability to draft policy/procedure documents, write reports/presentations and business cases. Dealing with documents and correspondence of a confidential and/or sensitive matter. Good organisational skills and systematic approach to working. Sound analytical skills and good judgment when providing opinion or advice to others. Strategic thinking ability to anticipate and resolve problems before they arise. An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships, both in terms of day-to-day working practices, but also in relation to management systems Selection ProcessDetails: This vacancy is using SuccessProfiles andwill assess your Behaviours and Experience Stage 1:Application& Sift Success profiles You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed onthe above listedessentialcriteria,and this will be in the form ofa: Application form(Employer/ Activity history section on the application) 1250 word Statement of Suitability. This should outline how your skills,experience,andknowledge, provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria. The Application formand Statement of Suitability will be markedtogether,and you must to to move forward to interview. Please do not exceed 1250 words.We will not consider any words over and above this number. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Stage 2: Interview (success profiles) You will be invited to a (single) face to face interview. In some special circumstances where candidates cannot attend a face to face interview, a remote interview can take place. Behaviours will be tested at interview. The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be: Working Together Delivering at Pace Making effective decisions Changing and Improving Interviews will be held week commencing TBC. Please note, these dates are subject to change. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Eligibility Criteria Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including by definition internal applicants). Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates will require Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) as a minimum with willingness and capability to work towardsCounter Terrorism Check (CTC)

Transformational Change Project ManagerWe are looking for a UK based experienced Transformational Change Project Manager to join our busy Value Delivery Office team based in Cambridge! If you have the knowledge and experience detailed below, please get in touch!About the team:The Value Delivery Office is part of Enterprise IT. We provide Demand Management, Governance and best in class Delivery capabilities.We are a diverse talent pool of strategy managers, demand & planning managers, delivery managers, portfolio managers, programme and project managers as well as business analysis and scrum masters, based across 3 regions: Cambridge (UK), Bangalore (India) & Austin (USA).About the role:Our client has moved into a significant period of growth and change, and across the organization it is imperative that we organize our teams and processes in a way that ensures we can move at pace and scale our operations appropriately.
To set us up for success, all functions across Our client have been reviewing their operating models to enable organizational agility, faster decision making, and more effective communication so that we can meet Our client's needs more effectively and ensure that we are organized in a way that will support Our client's growth now and in the futureWe are looking for a Project Manager with a proven track record of successfully delivering transformational change initiatives to modernize our infrastructure and platforms. This role requires a dynamic leader with a strong background in change management, project management, and excellent stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, cross functional teams and departments to ensure successful implementation.Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage change management strategies to support transformation program.
• Create comprehensive project plans that outline scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Identify and engage key stakeholders, ensuring their buy-in and support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop communication plans to keep stakeholders informed of progress, changes, and potential impacts.
• Identifying potential risks and devising risk mitigation strategies to avoid delays and setbacks during project delivery
• Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, resolving issues and initiating corrective action and provide regular updates to project and business stakeholders.
• Maintaining detailed project documentation, including reports, status updates, Project Initiation Document, plans and risk register.

Must have experience:

• Leadership: Ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve project goals and embrace change.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to assess complex situations, identify problems, and devise effective solutions.
• Communication: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to articulate change vision and progress, foster strong relationships and engage effectively with stakeholders across the organisation including senior leadership and cross functional teams.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and manage multiple priorities.
• Problem-Solving: Creative problem-solving capabilities to overcome obstacles and drive project success.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships.

What you need to do now


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Your new company
A well established, privately owned construction and civil engineering company, they operate throughout the UK and Ireland. Offering a number of different services including construction, civil engineering and facilities management across various sectors such as healthcare, education and defence.

Your new role
Working on an exciting commercial project in Cambridge, they require a Senior Project Manager, as Senior Project Manager you will be responsible for the following:

• Understanding of the contract requirements as contained within the tender documentation and an understanding of the key aspects of the project Conditions of Contract.
• Comprehensive understanding of the tender pricing structure and strategy, including tender prelims allowance and develop a strategy to work.
• Creation of effective and realistic Procurement Schedule in conjunction with the Project Quantity Surveyor (PQS).
• Lead the subcontractor procurement process and ensure subcontractors are appointed in a timely manner.
• Complete regular commercial reviews in relation to all budgetary (cost/value) aspects of the project.
• Possess a thorough understanding of the CVR process.
• Attend subcontractor Pre-Start meetings and play an active role.
• Identify and promote commercial opportunities in particular, possible contractual claims.
• Work closely with the pre-construction team particularly with the development of tender project programme, as well as developing construction methodology and logistical plans.
• Make sure all site management and operatives are sufficiently trained and identify any training needs.
• Oversee all administrative aspects of the project and ensure they are managed and implemented effectively.
• Manage and build positive working relationship with clients.
• Convey high personal levels of professionalism and presentation at all times.
• Compile an Information Release Schedule which identifies specific timescales for release of all information from designers, clients, statutory bodies and issue to all relevant parties.
• Ensure daily safety briefing/coordination meetings with subcontractors take place.
• Possess a knowledge and compliance of all relevant H&S legislation as well as the company H&S Policy and individual role responsibilities.
• Ensure that the Project H&S File / O&M's / Building Manuals are produced and submitted timeously.
• Confirm all specified quality standards are understood within the project team, supply chain and ensure they are delivered on site.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary
• 33 days annual leave entitlement
• Generous pension contributions
• Life Assurance
  
  
  
  

What you need to do now


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Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment This vacancy will close at midnight on 27th October 2024 Interviews are due to be held on 4th November 2024 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Come and join us and be supported to earn as you learn whilst undertaking a nationally recognised qualification. You will study a Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship. It is ideal if this type of role is new to you, where you can learn and build new skills. You will need to have minimum GCSE Grade 4/C or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English. You will be enthusiastic, have a positive work ethic, be keen to learn and able to work in a team. You will receive support to gain a wide range of experience and skills, supervision and mentoring. The contract length is for 24 months and the apprenticeship salary on commencement is £14,400; after 12 months in post this will increase to the National Minimum Wage (depending upon your age). The Trust is proud of its values of Together Safe, Kind and Excellent and looks to provide its staff with support, training and progression opportunities; towards the end of your apprenticeship contract you will be supported by the Apprenticeship Team to apply for permanent employment. We have a high percentage of previous apprentices who have successfully gained further employment within the Trust with opportunities to gain higher qualifications. There is no upper age limit on joining us as an apprentice. We also have apprenticeships in nursing which are subject to different terms. For more information on the Nursing Apprenticeship scheme please check our website http://bit.ly/3Akstsm NB: Due to UK apprenticeship funding regulations applicants must have a right to work in the UK, or for EU citizens hold pre-settled or settled status and have been a UK or EU resident for the last three years or have indefinite leave to remain with documents that are not due to expire during the duration of the apprenticeship contract. Applicants must also not already have a qualification at a higher level within the same subject matter. This vacancy will close at midnight on 28th October 2024 Interviews are due to be held on 8th November 2024 Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

• Competitive salary and remuneration package including, 27 days holiday, pension contributions matched up to 9%, private healthcare
• Cambridge based the role has the opportunity for hybrid working (approx. 3 days a week in the office)
• Marshall, an independent, family-owned British company, proudly helping our customers move forwards since 1909

Why join Marshall in this role of Senior Planner?

Operationally reporting to the lead Programme Manager/Director, the role of Senior Planner is to actively deliver integrated project planning and scheduling activities across a programme through the creation and maintenance of integrated schedules, provision of project planning reports and metrics.

Working within an applied matrix organisation (in particular working in collaboration with the engineering, procurement, supply-chain and production departments) the role will foster and encourage the culture and operational effectiveness of Integrated Project Teams (IPTs).

As a member of the Bids and Programmes job family, you will be expected to support an integrated - whole Marshall - Life Cycle Management Processes (LCM) and Business Management System (BMS) and bring your experience and knowledge to support the wider team.

Key responsibilities of Senior Planner will include:

• Undertaking the planning and scheduling of various projects within the programme, developing project plans and schedules.

• Monitoring project progress, identifying bottlenecks, and working within the programme IPT, report/take proactive measures to ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.

• Resource load the programme/project schedules.

• Supporting where required the generation of monthly SPI, CPI, whole EVM and CPA information from the integrated project schedules.

• Evaluating project schedule outcomes and identify areas for improvement in those plans.

• Mentoring and providing guidance to junior planners and project teams to enhance their appreciation of project planning.

• Managing the incorporation of authorised changes into the Project Contract Master Schedule (CMS), and provide scenario modelling and assessment of risk events for proposed changes to the CMS and the Performance Measurement Baseline.

• Conducting Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA) to analyse the level of confidence of the Forecast Schedule and the contractual Deliverables Dates.

• Conducting Sensitivity Analysis and determine key drivers of the programme uncertainty.

• Undertaking additional activities as required by line management, the Business Line Director and the Central Operations Leadership Team.

• Supporting the adherence of the Lifecycle Management (LCM) Processes.

• Supporting effective 'Lessons Learned' (LFE - Learning From Experience) activities.

Apply if you have most of the following:

• Experience in 'front line' project planning roles, ideally in the defence domain - undertaking planning and scheduling, within one or a combination of Bids, Projects and/or Programmes, operations / production and project-engineering.
• An understanding of engineering development principles and manufacturing processes in principle.

• Subject matter expertise in the application of Project planning tools & techniques, including project control and reporting, change management, cost control, Integrated Baseline Planning (IBP), Supply-Chain schedule integration and risk & opportunity management. (Tool knowledge to include MSP, P6 Primavera).

• Practitioner in EVM, SPI and CPI and explain their full terms and how they are set-up and exercised on a Project through planning tools into a Project Plan.

• Experience in generating Critical Path Analysis and Risk Adjusted Schedules.

• Desirable: worked within a collaborative matrix-managed 'IPT' environment.

• Desirable: A qualification in Project Controls or Project Management an advantage, but not essential.

Based in the UK, with operations in Canada, Marshall specialises in the design and production of deployable operational infrastructure and mission support for humanitarian, defence and security operations across the globe.

Other core services include the integration of complex systems into a range of vehicles for use by the military and security services including explosive ordnance disposal and battlefield ambulances all underpinned by a full in-life managed service provision to ensure customers' equipment is available where and when they need it.

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For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails. Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn. How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

The East of EnglandRegionalMentalHealthTeam are looking to recruit a Business Support Officerto work as part of a dynamicprogramme management officedelivering an effective service supportingthemanagers andstaff across theRegional MentalHealthTeam. The post holder will provide a comprehensive, professional, effectivebusinessand administration serviceand work as part of the mental health team PMO / business office. Therole is a hybrid postion partlybased in Fulbourn, Cambridgeand partly home based. Full time office based working will also be considered.








As the Mental Health Business Support Officer the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team in delivering an effective service supporting managers and staff across the Regional Mental Health Team.

The post holder will provide comprehensive secretarial, administrative and support services to the mental health team PMO / business office. The post holder will need to display a considerable degree of initiative, apply a high degree of confidentiality, possess mature judgement and embody the values of NHSE. They will provide high quality project, service, initiative and administrative support including information and analysis. Whilst also undertaking reporting and analysis of information to support delivery.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.



In particular the post holder will:
• Be a key member of the team as well as supporting effective communication and stakeholder management, both internally and externally.
• Provide administrative support toboth theHead ofMental HealthTeamandthedeputy headon aday-to-daybasisas needed.

• Plan and organise meetings or events andassistin the diary management requirements of individuals in connection withtheportfolio of work.

• Support training and induction of staff.

• Communicate information and issues, including briefings and reports.

• Support implementation of project, service, initiative throughtimelyand relevant information analysis and administrative support,in accordance withthe agreed priorities of the team.

• Take responsibility formaintaininghigh standardsof business administration across theRegionalMentalHealthTeam through the provision and training and ongoing development of administration staff.

• Be flexible and adaptable, and able to work in a matrix environment.





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This advert closes on Wednesday 9 Oct 2024

A high end independent Opticians based in Cambridge are looking for a full time Dispensing Optician to join the team

Dispensing Optician - Role

• Multi-award winning practice
• Modern, Boutique environment
• Close knit team with a family feel
• A focus on the customer experience
• Varied frame range including exclusive designer and niche brands
• Quality dispenses
• Travel to international trade shows
• Regular training session both in-house and external
• Working 5 days a week including a Saturday
• Opening hours from 8.30am to 5.30pm
• Salary between £28,000 to £36,000 DOE
• Professional fees covered
• Free parking available

Dispensing Optician - Requirements

• Registered with the GOC
• Flair for fashion
• Creative
• Willingness to go above and beyond
• Loyal
• Team player
• Attention to detail

To avoid missing out on this opportunity, please send your CV across to Rebecca Wood using the 'Apply' link as soon as possible.

Your new company
Your new company has over 50 years of experience in Building Services. They mainly work in the East Anglia region. They have a wide range of businesses and clients, being experts in the sectors of Education (Universities, Schools, Colleges...) and commercial.


Your new role
Project manager or Contracts manager ideally with commercial background to work with 4 million projects. You will need to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget to agreed standards and ensure the project budget and costs are managed effectively
Ensure risks are identified and mitigation measures are put in place.
Effectively manage staff performance on the project by ensuring they have clear roles and responsibilities promoting Health & Safety at all times.


What you'll need to succeed
To succeed you will need to be a qualified Project Manager, with experience of working on M&E projects up to £4 million, and ideally have had responsibility for full contract management (boiler experience).
Effective communicator at all levels to develop and maintain good working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders as well as share best practice and promote innovation


What you'll get in return
You will be working for a major contractor in East Anglia with more than 50 years of experience. You will have the opportunity to be in contact with different sectors as Commercial, Industrial, Residential and Healthcare.
You will be offered a salary based on your experience + company car.


What you need to do now
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Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities Support the Care and Treatment Review (CTR) process for all adults with a learning disability and/or autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) in prescribed services and children and young people with a learning disability and or autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) in child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS). Arrange CTR meetings, which involve liaising with all relevant stakeholders including provider units, parents and carers, CCG and Local Authority teams, care co-ordinators. Support the appropriate and timely access and egress of people with a learning disability and autism Assist with collating and preparing patient level data in summary and detailed format for national, regional and local requirements Administrative support to the learning disability and autism lead and the learning disability and autism project manager provide and receive information which may contain an element of contentious and sensitive information To be the first point of contact for communication and support for the Learning Disabilities and Autism Team Updating and maintaining databases, Diaries and managing meetings as required Provide support with a wide range of administrative and computer skills as well as being aware of maintaining a range of knowledge and understanding of procedures at protocols and functions Extensive organisational support of the Care and Treatment Review process Post Holder must have a standard level of keyboard skills and able to use Microsoft Office programmes Required to input, monitor and check data produced and required for on-going programmes and projects. Working with all team members in the collection of information for performance reporting on relevant team projects. Prepare agendas, take minutes, track and follow up on actions and distribute notes of meetings, ensuring papers are ready and distributed for meetings. To provide administrative support / cover, when necessary to Provider Collaborative Transformation and Commissioning Senior team: Provide support to the meetings including organising and coordinating diaries and F2F meetings, booking venues. Plan and co-ordinate appointments, including rearranging and prioritising as appropriate. Provide cross cover for colleagues as required.

Project Director - Cambridgeshire

Salary: £85,000 - £90,000

Location: Cambridge

Permanent position + Excellent Benefits

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Project Director to join a renowned construction company, specialising in cost management, risk management, and value management.

In this role, you will lead and manage capital investment projects from inception through to site delivery, shaping the firm's ongoing success.

You will be responsible for:

- Oversee the full project lifecycle including design, procurement, and delivery.

- Conduct peer reviews and critical evaluations of completed projects.

- Lead project teams and ensure adherence to project goals and timelines.

What we are looking for:

- Previous experience working in a similar role.

- Experience in managing teams within a cost management consultancy.

- Familiarity with JCT and NEC standard contract forms.

- Ability to provide comprehensive advice on cost, value, and risk.

- Strong people management skills with a proven track record in consulting environments.

- Ideally have degree in Quantity Surveying or Cost Management, supported by a professional qualification (RICS, CIOB, or equivalent).

What's on Offer

- Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.

- Private healthcare and generous pension contributions.

- Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression.

- Ongoing training and professional development.

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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Keywords:Project Director, Head of Projects, Commercial Manager, Manager, Director, Cost, Contracts, Project, Project Director

A Project Manager is needed to support a leading pharmaceutical company.

Job Overview

Join our client as a Project Manager in the Transformation Management Office (TMO). This role is a key player in managing and driving transformation and improvement projects within their Research & Development Biopharmaceutical Clinical Operations function. The ambition is to implement connected, optimised clinical planning processes & systems, with data at the core, to drive great cross-enterprise decision-making.

• Location: Cambridge, CB2 0AA (hybrid working - once every 4 weeks on-site)
• Contract: 12 months
• Rate: £550 per day through umbrella
• Hours: 40 hours, Monday to Friday

Key Competencies

• Support the PMO Director and wider programme on activities related to project management, across multiple programs.
• Lead large-scale projects directly, taking charge of full scope and deployment activities.
• Spearhead transformative initiatives from conception to execution, leveraging your expertise and leadership to drive impactful outcomes.
• Manage and oversee transformation and improvement projects, ensuring seamless integration across our various functions in R&D.
• Act as a key liaison between stakeholders and the project team, ensuring clear communication and alignment of project goals.
• Represent the team in various forums, ensuring the project's vision and objectives are clearly communicated and understood.
• To serve as an extension of the transformation office, driving continuous improvement and innovation across all project activities.

Experience Needed

• Experience working in the pharmaceutical/life sciences industries.
• Expertise in programme/project management, with a proven track record
• Strong communication and relationship building skills with the ability to influence others to achieve objectives
• Experience of defining business strategies and influencing the key stakeholders of the vision for the business area
• Strong networking/consulting skills with good internal/external links
• Ability to convince and manage negotiations across a complex group

Start DateASAP

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A Project Coordinator is needed to support a leading pharmaceutical company.

Job Overview

As a Project Coordinator, you will support the PMO Director, and Programme Leads on a large-scale transformation programme. You will be responsible for coordinating and supporting the planning, execution, and completion of projects across the programme.

• Location: Cambridge, CB2 0AA (hybrid working - once every 4 weeks on-site)
• Contract: 12 months
• Rate: £350 per day through umbrella
• Hours: 40 hours, Monday to Friday

Key Competencies

• Generate and distribute regular status reports using Smartsheet and other project management tools.
• Track project progress and performance metrics.
• Prepare detailed reports for senior stakeholders and programme heads.
• Coordinate project meetings, including scheduling, venue arrangements, and materials preparation.
• Ensure smooth communication and coordination amongst cross-functional teams, vendors, and external partners.
• Maintain and update project-related spreadsheets to track budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across all project documentation.
• Utilise Excel and other tools to analyse project data and generate insights.

Experience Needed

• Experience in project coordination, preferably in a global or cross-functional environment
• Experience working on Change/Transformation projects.
• Highly organised planning skills with a strong initiative and highly methodical approach
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software
• Proficient in the use of project management tools such as Smartsheet.

Start DateASAP

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• Competitive salary and remuneration package including, 27 days holiday, pension contributions matched up to 9%, private healthcare, car allowance
• Cambridge based the role has the opportunity for hybrid working (approx. 3 days a week in the office)
• Marshall, an independent, family-owned British company, proudly helping our customers move forwards since 1909

Why join Marshall in this role of Senior Project Controller?

Operationally reporting to the lead Programme Manager/Director, this role is to actively deliver integrated project controls activities across the programme's project variants and through the deployment and execution of Performance Management, WBS and Cost Management, Risk Management and in conjunction with the programme's planning team - accurate scheduling, resource levelling and resource management, Critical Path Analysis and Schedule Risk Analysis.

Working within an applied matrix organisation (in particular working in collaboration with the engineering, procurement, supply-chain and production departments), the role will foster and encourage the culture and operational effectiveness of Integrated Project Teams (IPTs).

As a member of the Bids and Programmes job family, you will be expected to support an integrated/whole Marshall/ Life Cycle Management Processes (LCM) and Business Management System (BMS) and bring your experience and knowledge to support the wider team.

Key Responsibilities for Senior Project Controller include:

• Responsibility for the day-to-day provision of Project Controls data, information, metrics, budgetary analysis, supporting project execution within the various projects and at integrated programme level.

• Responsibility for leading and coordinating the Performance Monitoring, Reporting and Risk Management of the various projects within a programme.

• Managing the Project's Project-Controls update-cycle.

• Supporting the Project Manager in the preparation and collation of internal reporting for Operational Project Reviews, as well as Client specific monthly/quarterly project reports as required.

• Leading the generation of monthly SPI, CPI, whole EVM and CPA information from the integrated project schedules.

• Managing the incorporation of authorised changes into the Project Contract Master Schedule (CMS), and supervising scenario modelling and assessment of risk events for proposed changes to the CMS and the Performance Measurement Baseline.

• Leading Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis (QSRA) to analyse the level of confidence of the Forecast Schedule and the contractual Deliverables Dates.

• Undertaking additional activities as required by line management, the Business Line Director and the Central Operations Leadership Team.

• Supporting effective 'Lessons Learned' (LFE - Learning From Experience) activities.

Apply if you have most of the following:

• Experience in 'front line' project-control roles, ideally in the defence domain - undertaking project and programme controls roles within one or a combination of Bids, Projects and/or Programmes, operations / production and project-engineering.
• An understanding of engineering development principles and manufacturing processes in principle.

• Subject matter expertise in the application of Project Controls & techniques, including project control and reporting, change management, cost control, Integrated Baseline Planning (IBP), Supply-Chain schedule integration and risk & opportunity management. (Tool knowledge to include MSP, P6 Primavera).

• Practitioner in EVM, SPI and CPI and being able to explain their full terms and how they are set-up and exercised on a Project through planning tools into a Project Plan.

• Experience in generating Critical Path Analysis and Risk Adjusted Schedules.

• Desirable: worked within a collaborative matrix-managed 'IPT' environment.

• Desirable: A qualification in Project Controls or Project Management an advantage, but not essential.

Based in the UK, with operations in Canada, Marshall specialises in the design and production of deployable operational infrastructure and mission support for humanitarian, defence and security operations across the globe.

Other core services include the integration of complex systems into a range of vehicles for use by the military and security services including explosive ordnance disposal and battlefield ambulances all underpinned by a full in-life managed service provision to ensure customers' equipment is available where and when they need it.

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