Project Manager - Public Safety

Summary

Join NEC Software Solutions, a leader in IT and network technology integration, and make a difference in the world! As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering all aspects of large-scale software implementations for public safety clients, from contract signature to go-live. This client-facing role requires managing resources, stakeholders, and third-party contractors. You will ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, addressing escalations and attending internal boards. Represent NEC in customer meetings and maintain adherence to the delivery budget. The ability to obtain SC clearance is essential.

Requirements

• Proven experience as project manager of significant software implementations
• Thorough understanding of project/programme management techniques and methods
• Strong project management knowledge and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines in a calm and effective way
• Working knowledge of MS office and project management software
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• An analytical mind-set with great problem-solving abilities
• Numerate, methodical, approachable, an excellent communicator at many levels
• Strong commercial awareness, ability to understand the budget and report on it
• Proven ability to self-manage and remain productive under pressure
• Professionally presented and a great ambassador for the Company
• Positive work ethic which includes willingness to work extended hours where appropriate

Responsibilities

• Manage client implementations of Public Safety software from contract signature through to go-live
• Plan resources
• Manage stakeholders (including law enforcement personnel)
• Coordinate resources from internal and external teams
• Manage escalations and address issues
• Attend and run internal boards to senior stakeholders
• Represent NEC in all Customer meetings
• Ensure that the NEC delivery budget is adhered to

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferably Degree or equivalent
• PRINCE2 practitioner

Benefits

• 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell (FTE)
• 4 x basic salary life assurance cover (with the option to increase cover at an additional cost)
• A Group Pension Plan
• A selection of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs