Project Manager

at  Digital Science

ABOUT US

We are Digital Science and we are advancing the research ecosystem.
We are a pioneering technology company, and our vision is of a future where a trusted and collaborative research ecosystem drives progress for all. We believe in better, open, collaborative and inclusive research. In creating the next generation of tools and working in partnership with the community we tackle some of the biggest challenges to research. In order to achieve our vision, we need innovative, inspiring and dynamic people to join our team. Want to join us?

YOUR NEW ROLE

Align projects with business goals, construct detailed work plans, manage teams, achieve milestones, and communicate the result across a stakeholder audience. Most projects will require a hands on approach and at times execution of project tasks on behalf of other team members.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Responsible for planning and overseeing projects across functions and product divisions to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion, within scope and within budget.
• Lead projects from requirements definition through implementation and delivery, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and project implementation plans, including risk mitigation
• Coordinate internal and external resources
• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring feasibility
• Develop detailed project plans, ensuring resource availability and allocation
• Analyse project progress and, when necessary, adapt scope, timelines, and costs
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes. Report and escalate to management as needed
• Perform risk management to minimise project risks
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• When needed, execute on project tasks on behalf of other team members
• Track project budgets and monitor invoice schedules

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

• 3+ years project management experience
• Proven success working with all levels of management
• Superior written and verbal communication, as well as presentation skills
• Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines
• Comfortable managing multiple tasks and outstanding in creating priorities
• Distinct problem-solving aptitude
• Solid organisational skills including attention to detail
• Strong leadership qualities, capable of inspiring your team
• Strong team player with outstanding interpersonal skills
• Unflappable manner when working to tight deadlines
• Flexibility to work across several time zones
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
• Experience with Mergers and Acquisitions would be advantageous
• Project Management qualification