Junior Project Manager

at  Commercial Services Group

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Experience in a project or business improvement environment.
• Knowledge of resources for defining project processes, standards, and guidelines.
• Understanding of various project management techniques and the project lifecycle.
• Awareness of the value that change initiatives can bring to the organization.
• Strong attention to detail with a “right first time” attitude.
• Demonstrable ability to produce management / information reports
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

THE ROLE

Commercial Services Group (CSG), the largest local authority-owned trading company in the UK.
CSG is seeking a Junior Project Manager to join our team and contribute to the successful delivery of strategic and complex projects. The ideal candidate will embody key traits such as innovation, curiosity, engagement, motivation, and collaboration. You will support the central Business Improvement Team in achieving its vision to identify and deliver priority projects effectively and with the right resources.
In this role, you will help ensure projects align with the Group’s strategy, facilitate collaboration across divisions, promote shared learning, and enhance project management capabilities. Your contributions will be vital in driving positive change within the organization and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.

KEY DUTIES:

• Manage and lead less complex projects for internal CSG customers.
• Assist Project Managers on larger, more complex projects.
• Coordinate internal resources and external vendors for project execution.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects within scope and budget.
• Define project scope and objectives with relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans to track progress.
• Manage project risks and issues, escalating to Project Sponsors as needed.