Project Manager

Overview

Nomad Digital are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join our global Delivery department. The Project Manager is responsible for managing the delivery of Nomad Digital projects within the region, maintaining a high standard in all areas in accordance with Nomad Policies and Procedures. The Project Manager will be responsible for leading a range of projects with a variety of complexities and will be fully accountable for their successful execution. Completing planned works to budget, safely and within set timescales, managing the Client, Suppliers, Contractors, Stakeholders, Partners (both internally and externally). They will be expected to travel for work occasionally. Extended stays abroad may also be required for certain projects. The role also requires client facing skills which are essential, supported by the ability of efficient planning, financial management, resource co-ordination, communication skills and hands-on experience.

This role is a hybrid position with 2-3 days per week in the Paris office. 

About Nomad Digital

Nomad Digital is the world's leading provider of passenger and fleet connectivity solutions to the railway industry. Founded in 2002, and headquartered in the UK, currently serving more than 80+ global customers - in more than 40 countries - Nomad designs, builds, deploys and manages passenger Wi-Fi and on-board passenger infotainment systems. Nomad also provides remote online condition-based monitoring and maintenance solutions for optimising fleet management, operational performance and improving fuel economy.

When you join Nomad Digital, you will join a forward thinking, fast-growing, fun environment with access to some of the very latest technology in its field. You will work with experts who innovate collaboratively, creating an environment of team work and trustworthiness.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Undertake the role of Project Manager on a number of projects and/or tenders.
• Responsible for the preparation of the Project Execution Plan and programme.
• Responsible for the management of the project’s budget, and preparing forecasts for revenue and cost phasing
• Preparation of the project Cost Performance Review and Contract Monthly End Sales documents.
• Demonstrate strong leadership of the project team.
• Effective communication and management of the client.
• Preparation of the Project Risk Management data base.
• Delivery of the project in compliance with Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental Plans.
• Excellent management of the labour and plant resource profiles in line with the project programme.
• Input into the preparation and implementation of the Nomad Project Quality Management System throughout the project.
• Develop and maintain a professional relationship with the client, contractors & suppliers at all levels throughout the project’s life cycle.
• Input into Reporting Injuries, Diseases & Dangerous Occurrences Regulation Reports.
• Demonstrate effective day to day management of the project and its resources.
• Undertake or nominate project staff to carry out all site briefings.
• To undertake any travelling (where applicable) that may be necessary under the terms of your contract.
• Oversee the delivery of rojects and their close out in accordance with the business defined processes

Qualifications & experience needed:

• University degree either technical / business / project mgmt. or equivalent professional experience 
• PMP certification or 5-year project management experience, preferably in the delivery of technical projects
• Result/achievement oriented 
• Highly organised, with a tructured approach to planning
• Excellent customer facing skills 
• Concise and effective communication style 
• Quality and process oriented 
• Excellemt negotiation skills 
• Able to work as part of a team but autonomously where appropriate
• People management skills 
• Direct and influential leadership ability
• nderstanding of the application of SW and HW technologies and their implementation methodologies 
• Commercial/legal understanding related to project execution
•  Project/Practice Management competencies 

-        Creates and executes project work plans and revises these as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. 

-        Financial management of a project’s budget and forecasting of cost expenditure and revenue

-        Identifies the resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities within the team. 

-        Manages and monitors day-to-day operational aspects of a project and its scope. 

-        Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to client. 

-        Effectively applies our methodology and enforces project standards. 

-        Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures. 

-        Minimises our exposure and risk within projects

-        Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.  

-        Full use of Nomad Digital Intranet site for storage of project related data and use of procedures and documents relating to the ‘Project Delivery’ is mandatory. 

·       Proven ability to work simultaneously as a Project Manager on at least 3 projects which are in different stages. 

·       Ability to run new businesses/projects without the extended support of regular business systems. 

·       Strong document and process controls. 

·       Ability to travel within Europe. 

·       Able to work on site, in train depots, shunting yards. 

·       Experience of working in a high-growth business requiring an adaptable and flexible stance.  

Other Essential Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal skills in English and French. Clean driving license required.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work well in pressurized situations
• Excellent Customer Service
• Ability to work to set deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think proactively in a fast paced environment
• Ability to multitask effectively ensuring deadlines are met
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Travel Required: Yes ~ 20- 30% (in a typical year)

Our Commitment:

Nomad Digital is committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer, as well as providing equal opportunities in employment and freedom from unlawful discrimination on the grounds of age, race, ethnic or national origin, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, disability, religion or beliefs. 

We encourage and welcome all job applicants, especially those from diverse backgrounds and ensure everyone is treated equally and without discrimination.  

Where possible we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements or appropriate reasonable adjustments on request. To discuss further, please email HR@nomadrail.com.