Project Manager (Two Posts)

We are seeking proactive and experienced Project Managers to deliver change projects at Kingston University. In this impactful role, you will drive the success of the University’s Town House Strategy and strategic objectives by delivering a portfolio of projects through its entire lifecycle, ensuring each meets its scope, time, quality, benefits realisation and budget goals.

You will contribute to a cohesive project management methodology, building on best practices across the University. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you’ll build trust, foster collaboration, and ensure transparency, all while promoting an inclusive, engaged environment.

This role provides a unique opportunity to help deliver the future of Kingston University by delivering high-impact initiatives with measurable results.

The Person

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP) or equivalent and an understanding of project management methodologies including Agile, Scrum and Waterfall.
• Experience of managing projects at an enterprise-wide level.
• Project team leadership in terms where resources are not direct reports e.g. business/academic managers, IT, business analysts and other subject matter experts.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and environments, flexing approaches to handle unexpected challenges.
• Ability to plan for and manage risks in complex projects; and take swift, appropriate and decisive action to address issues.
• Ability to display resilience and calmness under pressure.
• Ability to think strategically and align project goals with organisational objectives.
• Results driven.

Directorate/Function

Working within a newly created Strategic Portfolio Office (SPO), the office also sits within a newly established Strategy, Performance and Communications Directorate. As well as the SPO, this Directorate includes staff working in Planning and Performance, and Brand, Communications and Public Affairs.

Further information

There are two full-time, permanent positions with a starting salary of £44,154.00 per annum.

Interviews are expected to be held on Friday 7th February 2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Myfanwy Davies, Chief of Staff.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

To apply click on ‘Apply Now’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.

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