Junior Project Manager in Reading, Berkshire

Junior Project Manager

Location: Reading

Contract:6 months
Pay:Up to£65p/h (Inside IR35)

Please note that due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold a high level of UK security clearance.

Overview: You'll be responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of projects within agreed scope, time, and budget. Working under the guidance of a senior project or programme manager, you will assist in managing tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring effective communication between stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Track progress against milestones and escalate risks or delays promptly.
• Maintain accurate documentation (plans, RAID logs, status reports).
• Support regular updates to stakeholders on project status, risks, and issues.
• Assist in monitoring project budgets and resource utilisation.
• Process purchase orders and invoices where required.
• Help identify risks and issues; maintain RAID logs.
• Ensure adherence to organisational project management standards and frameworks.
• Support audit and compliance requirements for documentation and approvals.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Hold relevant certifications (e.g., PRINCE2 Foundation, AgilePM Foundation).
• Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with project tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello).
• Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall delivery approaches.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira).
• Exposure to digital transformation or technology projects.