We require a Project Manager with experience of managing web and print based projects. Strong understanding of the development lifecycle and an interest in internet technologies is important.

Knowledge of formal project management methodologies would be beneficial, but excellent personal organisation, planning and understanding of project risk is essential.

A clear focus to ensure that all own projects are completed within agreed timescales and budgets is essential, as is contributing to the production and sales process and maintaining excellent relationships with staff members.

Main Duties
REQUIREMENTS CAPTURE
Capture client requirements through meetings with clients and research possible solutions; harnessing knowledge from members of the design, programming and search teams

Prepare detailed client requirements in documented form to a high standard

Project Management

Adopting a structured but pragmatic approach to managing project budgets and timescales to ensure that both are met

Planning in detail to identify early if issues are likely to negatively affect budget or timescale, then communicating effectively to internal management

Liaison with design, programming and search teams to ensure that project parameters are understood and achievable

Managing the project development lifecycle for the project conforms to Fluid Creativities group standard development process to ensure successful project initiation, development, deployment and support

To provide support to clients throughout the project, to include

• Creation and sign off of site maps, project plans and specifications
• Accurate record keeping of client meetings and project progression
• Content management system training
• Plan and oversee maintenance and support schedules

Production

Liaison with all teams to ensure that the studio is managed effectively and able to deliver projects on time

To co-ordinate client feedback and project reviews, to evaluate what lessons can be learned form a project

Monitor invoicing for given projects

Sales

Identify additional sales leads and up sell opportunities within existing clients (during project development)

Support the sales team through leading client discussions regarding technical features; identifying the scope and potential cost implications of proposed projects and presenting solutions where needed.

Skills/ Knowledge/ Experience

Good people management skills

Ability to see the groups long term objectives as well as short term goals

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisation, administrative and planning skills

Working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and MS Project

Good understanding of the software development process

Personal Attributes

Leadership and influencing qualities

Polite, patient and approachable manner, willingness to listen and learn

Ability to handle and resolve conflict solutions

Commitment to personal development and progression

Able to take responsibility for project development

Good self motivation

This is a new position in a fast growing company and as such is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate. If you are interested please apply sending a covering letter and cv to info@fluidcreativity.co.uk

No agencies please.