Senior Project Manager UK at Imagine Learning — Glasgow, GBR | Base Career

At Imagine Learning UK , our mission is to inspire aha! moments in students around the world , giving them the skills and knowledge they need to understand how their world works .

Previously known as Twig Education, our 2021 acquisition by Imagine Learning , the largest US digital curriculum provider, allows us to invest more in our products and support educators in transforming the learning experience for y oung people with our innovative digital resources.

In our new chapter , we continue to provide comprehensive and engaging multimedia learning experiences for students across a range of disciplines, including science, mathematics, English language, arts… and more!

While our products have reached far and wide , we haven’t stopped growing – and we can’t wait to welcome more talented and passionate people into our team.

Our office is in the heart of Glasgow’s bustling West End located near parks, cafes and restaurants.

Become part of a team where your contributions are valued, and where you can cuddle our friendly office dogs (you can meet them here ! ).

Sounds good, right?

Take a sneak peek at j ust some of the work we do by watching this video .

While a P roject M anager oversees one or two projects, the Senior Project Manager (SPM) has a broader overview and scope of concurrent projects, leading one or more project teams to steer large, complex projects to completion .

The SPM will manage initiatives that span across business units or lines of business, acquiring insight as to how parts of the organisation impact one another, as such you will support program management and project portfolio management in order to provide a big-picture perspective on projects to ensure they are in line with strategic business objectives .

The SPM’s degree of involvement in any one project may vary.

In some, SPMs may be quite involved in a particular project’s day-to-day tasks.

In others, SPMs may delegate tasks to individual project managers or project coordinators that report to or work with them.

Manage a portfolio of complex initiatives.
Develop detailed project plans and provide leadership for the project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.
Manage all aspects of multiple related projects to ensure the overall program is aligned to and directly supports the achievement of strategic objectives .
Work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment, demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and excellence.
Participate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools, and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organisation.
Manage project and program issues and risks to mitigate impact to baseline.
Provide status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverable, dependencies, risks and issues, communicating across leadership.
Understand interdependencies between technology, marketing, and product development.
Manage project scope and changes.
Support both formal and informal schedules to manage internal and external engagement.
Develop and manage all aspects of project and program engagement from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, change, risks and issues.
Set and continually manage project and program expectations while delegating and m anaging deliverables with team members and stakeholders.
Monitor, track and control outcomes to resolve issues, conflicts, dependencies, and critical path deliverables.
Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project and program team; analyse results and troubleshoot problem areas.
Define success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project and program life cycle.
Identify and develop trusted adviser relationship with project and program stakeholders, sponsors and university stakeholders.
Deliver appropriate and effective executive level communication.
Ensure that projects and programs are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget and quality standards.
Continue professional development in order to keep current on emerging technologies, methods and best practices.
Extensive understanding of project and program management principles, methods and techniques.
Other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study with 5+ years of project management experience, including tracking and planning projects and 5+ years of experience working with business stakeholders within a cross-functional matrix environment; or an acceptable combination of education and experience
PMP or Agile certification preferred.

Intermediate level proficiency with Jira, SmartSheet , MS Project, Excel, Miro, Office 365, Confluence and with experience presenting to stakeholders and/or Senior Leadership
Proven ability to demonstrate a drive for results and accountability of business needs.
Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas in order to achieve a common business objective .
Interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate and enhance performance within a cross - functional environment.
Demonstrated decisiveness in resolving business problems, making decisions and identifying priorities.
Proven success in providing on site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.

Communication - The ability to speak clearly and effectively, listening to and involving others . The ability to convey a message, verbally or in writing, to both individuals and groups and actively listen to the responses.
Influence and Negotiation - The ability to use personal style to gain acceptance or agreement to an idea or plan . The ability to change the opinions or beliefs of others by effective persuasion and negotiation.
Leading and Developing Others - This is about leading, encouraging, inspiring and supporting others to develop confidence and capability to help them realise their full potential.
P lanning and Organising - The ability to work out what needs to happen and to set in place procedures for making sure the job does get done . Establishing a systematic course of action for self and others to ensure accomplishment of objectives . Setting priorities and goals and managing time and resources to achieve quality outcomes.
Self-Development - Genuine commitment to self-improvement so that one can extend one’s own contribution to the organisation and develop one’s own career.
Achievement Drive - A desire to achieve, and to commit oneself to accomplishing challenging objectives , and to compete against a self-defined standard of excellence . Achievement is about having the sustained energy and determination in the face of obstacles to set and meet challenging targets, in compliance with quality, time and diversity standards, and delivering the required business results.

Being organised and proactive
Maintaining a positive attitude
Expressing appreciation for coworkers
Being open to feedback and criticism
Taking initiative in problem solving
Taking responsibility for mistakes
Upholding high standards of work
Practising active listening
Being flexible and adaptable
Knowing company’s policies and procedures

What can we do for you?

We know what our staff are looking for when it comes to workplace perks .

At Imagine Learning UK, you can enjoy benefits such as having flexible hybrid working options, a relaxed culture where hard work is recognised , plus a generous holiday allowance (to name just a few!)

Take a look at what else is in it for you:

Get moving with the Cycle to Work scheme
Enjoy discounts on shopping, travel and fitness
Receive cashback on dental and optical with our Health Shield Cash Plan
A pension scheme with salary sacrifice available, helping you save on National Insurance Contributions

Do you think we’re the right fit for you?

If you’re interested in a role that offers fulfilment and diversity, then please complete the Online Application Form, attaching a CV and cover letter that demonstrates the extent to which your skills, abilities and experience meet the requirements of this role.

Please note, applications which do not include both a CV and Covering Letter will not be considered.

Equal opportunities statement

Imagine Learning is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

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