Technical Project Manager

Information and Communications Technology
Remote working
TVP ICT 4T
Band 4T, circa £43,185 - £46,435 per annum dependant on skills, knowledge & experience plus benefits.
Full Time
Permanent

Exciting challenges lie ahead - new digital technologies and alternative ways of working are transforming the way we protect our communities and bring people to justice and you can join our team and see your contributions positively impact policing our communities.

 

We recognise that continued training and professional development is important and we aim to continue to improve on your capabilities. TVP as an employer, contribute 13.5% of pensionable pay into a member’s pension pot. You will be entitled to 29 days of annual leave per annum pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays). Click here to watch a video about the ICT Department and what it means to work with us.

 

In this role, you will manage ICT Projects including assets and resources within the Project scope. You will be responsible for the development and maintenance of the allocated Project (covering one or more Forces) to ensure the technical development/delivery, resourcing and vendor management planning is up to date and accurate. You will be working with different teams across ICT such as Architecture, Service Delivery, Security, Dev/Ops to ensure that the projects fit with the approved architectures, are secure and can be operated managed and supported in a cost effective manner.

 

You will be able to demonstrate:

 

  • Experience in ICT Project Management, having managed ICT projects in a similarly complex environment using an industry-recognised approach such as PRINCE 2.
  • Knowledge in principles, methods, techniques and tools for the preparation and monitoring of budgets to minimise costs and ensure cost-effectiveness.
  • Expertise in methods, techniques and tools for the effective management of a programme of projects and related activities through to the successful achievement of planned business benefits.
  • Experience in effective and efficient deployment of resources, including reassessment and reallocation in a dynamic multi-project environment, to achieve optimum results.
  • Knowledge in Project Risk Management with the ability to effectively and efficiently manage risk within the project.
  • An industry wide understanding of IT Architecture, Networks, Cloud Technologies & Infrastructure.
  • Expertise in Project Planning and Control Techniques Methods and techniques associated with planning and monitoring progress of projects e.g. product / work breakdown structures, baselining, critical path analysis, earned value, resource analysis, conflict resolution.
  • Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to work in a customer focused environment and part of a team. Must be flexible, adaptable, and able to solve problems while working systematically with little direct supervision.
  • Experience of developing and delivering projects in similar sized & complex organisations.

 

This role could be carried out remotely, with the occasional requirement for travel to Hampshire Constabulary and Thames Valley Police offices.

 

If you have not held residency in the UK for a combined period of at least 12 months within the last 3 years, we will not be able to process an application from you.

 

If you have any questions about the job please email Tracy Ryder on Tracy.Ryder@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk .

 

To apply please send your CV outlining your skills and experience in line with the job requirements to RecruitmentStaffICT@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk quoting reference 17553. Information received in the body of the email will not be submitted for review.

 

If you have any queries please contact the ICT Recruitment Team at Recruitmentstaffict@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk quoting the job reference number.  

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 23rd May 2021.

At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities.  Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission.  As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.

Working Smart.  You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day.  In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce. 

Supporting You.  Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do.  Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives.  We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with.  We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card.  Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.

Developing YouWe promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential. 

Valuing Difference.  We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference.  Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.    

Vetting.  All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

This opportunity is closed to applications.