Senior Project Manager

Imagination is a world-leading experience design company founded on the principle of independent creativity. We create experiences that change the status quo, from strategy through to delivery.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Project Manager.
As a Senior Project Manager you will provide outstanding levels of client servicing to both new and established clients. You will get to work across delivering a variety of B2B and B2C experiential projects from events and exhibitions as well as other communications initiatives, campaigns, digital interactives and design projects.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead role in delivering a variety of B2B and B2C experiential projects, including events and exhibitionsLead pitches working collaboratively with other disciplines and partners to create brave and inspiring agency proposals underpinned by a rigorous delivery plan, budget and scheduleLead meetings and provide clear updates to all parties on project / programme updatesProvide outstanding client servicing, ensuring timely communications to build trusted partnerships with clientsTake responsibility of planning and delivering multi-faceted projects, coordinating a multi-discipline teams including, creative, strategy, production, HSSE and technical where appropriateDemonstrate a strong ability to write clear and compelling project briefs, thorough contact reports, and concise proposals for clientsBe a champion and custodian of client's KPI's and budget and ensure that the creative and strategic solutions that we develop as a team deliver on our client's objectivesContinuously monitor all aspects of the project in development including budget and scheduleBe a skilled communicator and demonstrate the ability to build relationships with clients, partners other departments and colleaguesDemonstrate the ability to plan and prioritise effectively and demonstrate excellent time managementWork with the resourcing manager/team to ensure the project is adequately resourced successfullyWork closely with internal disciplines as well as third party suppliers in developing robust project schedules against tight deadlinesWork with HSSE lead to ensure that all aspects of the production of the core events meet HSSE standards and guidelines, ensuring the relevant RAMS documentation are carefully consideredPlan and ensure meticulous oversight of all logistical, operational and production aspects prior to the event, producing on-site working schedules / run of show, where appropriateContract and manage third party suppliers and budgets where required ensuring all contracting is coordinated with our in-house legal team as well as the clientDemonstrate successful onsite management and delivery ensuring projects reflect briefs and meet objectivesManage debriefs post event and ensure that learnings are applied to future eventsEnsure that all projects over £50K fees are issued with a Client SurveySeek out and apply knowledge of client brands, products and competitive environment to provide an informed perspective on our clients businessDemonstrate a clear understanding of Imagination's service offer and how this has added value to a project, propose new initiatives that help sustain and develop the accountSupport the wider department in mentoring and developing more junior members of the team to be their best and to enable excellence through a supportive environmentMaintain a close management of all aspects of your projects and escalate issues as neededDrive and support new business development opportunities both within existing clients and new clientsClient Relationship Management:Be a key point of contact for our clients, leading project meetings and updating all parties on programme developments at client reviewsBe an excellent communicator and relationship builder building upon existing client relationships and developing new relationships across all clients businesses, working with senior level stakeholders, both internally and client sidePresent strategic and creative concepts and proposals to clients with confidence and finesseTroubleshooting and strategic thinking, ability to manage challenging situations and maintain clear direction for our clients at all timesExceptional financial management and budgeting skills, proven ability to manage and deliver events both large and small against a budget and present budgets to clientsStrong commercial acumen and understanding of how agencies make moneyHone commercial skills such as revenue maximisation and cost managementProvide regular updates to the client and internally to Account Director / Business Director focusing on value for our clients, as well as time management and profitability for our businessReconciliation across all areas of the projectSkills, Knowledge & ExpertiseYou will need to have a positive, can-do attitude and be committed to learn and growBe an intelligent, highly motivated team player with a commitment to quality and professionalismSolid experience delivering projects within events, exhibitions or brand experience within an agency environmentMust have a fluid approach, be able to handle a wide range of tasks yet adaptable to new challenges and requirementsExcellent negotiator, comfortable liaising with procurement teamsPro-active with exceptional organisational and project management skillsMeticulous attention to detail and a creative mindExtensive experience managing events on a large scale (including exhibitions) in the UK and abroadShould be able to travel internationally a number of times a year for extended periods of timeExperience of Maconomy financial software advantageousGood knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google suite also advantageousAdhere to Imagination and ISO processesWhat we can offer you: Work with a state-of-the-art product and deliver it to exciting and innovative brands.Learning and development opportunities that contribute to professional growth.Private Medical Insurance (including discounted gym options)Discounted Healthcare Cash PlanHelp at hand EAPIn-Office Gym (London office only)Life Insurance 4 x salaryDedicated DE&I Board25 days annual leaveBirthday day off and giftDiscretionary Annual BonusGenerous Family Leave policies with New Parent Coaching & SupportVarious learning & development platforms for e-learningEnhanced pension contributionIncome Protection (Employee)Subsidised Electric Car SchemeHome technology tax free loanHybrid Working (3 office days)Company socialsPet friendly officeLunch & LearnsWellness webinarsEducational webinarsSubsidised Cafe (London office only)ApplicationIf you are not a perfect fit for the description above, please feel free to make a case for why you're the right person for the job.
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Talent comes in all forms and we want to encourage applications from as many different backgrounds as possible.

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