Senior Project Manager

NTT DATA Business Solutions

Senior Project Manager

NTT DATA Business Solutions –

NTT DATA Business Solutions Group is part of the NTT DATA Corporate Group, a top 10 global IT services provider, headquartered in Tokyo, operating in more than 50 countries. We combine a global reach with local intimacy to provide premier professional SAP services from deep industry expertise consulting to applied innovations in digital, cloud, automation, and system development to business IT outsourcing.

As a global SAP Platinum Partner, NTT DATA Business Solutions Group leverages its global expertise to deliver quality outcomes whether you are a multi-national or operate in a single country. With over 15,000 SAP experts across 29 countries, we have the capability and reach to help you solve real problems and seize the next opportunity for growth around your SAP strategy and operations.

Our global award-winning SAP practice, differentiated by innovation, is the undisputed leader in SAP S/4HANA. With about 500 SAP HANA clients and more than 300 SAP S/4HANA clients, our clients trust our deep experience and proven approaches – all around the world.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES –

Client Ownership

1. Creates, maintains and develops relationships to sustain client interest and growth.
2. Ensures business is properly contracted so that the client has clarity over level of service and NTT DATA meets revenue target and EBIT margin, protecting margin at >25%.
3. Manages WBS codes/Estimates, PO’s/FOC days as required.
4. Makes solid and reliable decisions in complex environments.
5. Provides strategic support to help clients with changes/transformation, identifies opportunities and solutions for NTT DATA.
6. Ensures changes to scope are controlled and agreed with the client through proper PCR management.

Project Delivery

1. Manages scope and expectations ensuring maintenance and development of the NTT DATA engagement delivery guidelines and methodologies.
2. Controls and delivers projects to budget, within timelines managed with the client and to quality standards.
3. Proactively identifies, manages and shares risks and communicates progress.
4. Reports project progress and RAID status on a weekly basis to Director of PMO practice.

People Management and Development

1. Continually develops own technical and soft skills.
2. Shares knowledge and skill base with team.
3. Mentors and supports project team members.

Utilisation and Revenue

1. Drives and delivers revenue in line with targets.
2. Manages a portfolio of client projects and/or engagements.

Project Methodology and Organisation:

1. Defines the optimum project approach based on NTT DATA standards.

Contract Management:

1. Understands complex contracts to track content with respect to costs and benefits.

PM – Tools NTT DATA:

1. Has a comprehensive knowledge of the NTT DATA project management tools.

Technical and Business Management Integration know how:

1. Contributes to technical discussions with integration know-how.

Communication and Behaviour:

1. Drives results, convinces and inspires by own personality.

Task and Time Management:

1. Integrates and manages several sub-projects as a Project Manager.

Problem Solving Behaviour:

1. Makes solid and reliable decisions in tense project situations.

Commitment:

1. Demonstrates a high level of commitment to the implementation of company strategy.

Analytical and Structural Thinking:

1. Analytical and structured approach in complex project situations.

Result Orientation/Quality Management:

1. Takes responsibility for revenue, cost, and results in the project.

Generation of Follow-up Business:

1. Builds NTT DATA business networks focusing on generation of follow-up and new business.

Knowledge Management:

1. Actively shares and transfers own expertise and operational knowledge.

Driving Value and Business Benefit:

1. Ensures business is properly contracted for clarity over level of service.

Business Development:

1. Increases and escalates sales opportunities.

PERSON SPECIFICATION –

1. Minimum 10 years’ overall experience, minimum of 6 in relevant domain.
2. Successful delivery of a minimum of 10 full project lifecycles on large projects of >2,000 person-days.
3. Broad understanding of ASAP methodology preferably certified.
4. Experience of managing multiple medium to large projects £2M+ value.
5. Prince 2 certification and/or experience of Agile methodologies e.g. Scrum an advantage.
6. Demonstrable experience of accurate and effective project reporting.
7. A full UK driving licence and be willing to travel frequently.

GENERAL

• Career opportunities exist along multiple route maps.
• The jobholder is expected to follow relevant policies and procedures.
• NTT DATA is an equal opportunities employer.
• You must be eligible to work in the UK.

Join our award-winning team at NTT DATA Business Solutions Group and be part of a thriving, innovative culture.