Project Manager

Title: Project ManagerDuration: 12 MonthsLocation: Sheffield (Minimum 3 days per week onsite)Rate: 60- 62p/h via UmbrellaKey ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, in alignment with subcontracted Project Controllers.Monitor and control the project budget to ensure efficient use of funds and compliance with financial constraints.Identify, record, and manage risks and issues, while developing and implementing mitigation strategies and capturing opportunities where appropriate.Support the technical team (PI and engineers) in delivering technical outcomes, ensuring research activity and deliverables meet required standards and that transition points are achieved. This will include checking with engineers on the status of RL gates.Coordinate procurement activities in collaboration with technical leads, SM, ISC, and business support specialists.Lead the project team, fostering effective communication and collaboration among internal team members and external partners.Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, change logs, and progress updates.Lead reporting activities within the consortium to ensure reports are delivered on time and to the required quality and format. Work closely with the POC to communicate relevant information in line with the agreed scope and budget to the UK Government. The Lead will retain responsibility for the relationship with leadership ..... full job details .....