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Project Manager

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Formula 1

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Engineering
  • London
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AI generated summary

  • You need 6+ years in project management, Prince2, APM PMQ, MSP, Waterfall experience, strong communication, organization, and analytical skills, plus motorsport/media background and a proactive attitude.
  • You will manage projects from initiation to closure, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery, develop scope documents, handle stakeholder communication, and oversee risks, resources, and review meetings.

Requirements

  • You will need to have drive, determination, and a can-do attitude.
  • Proactive approach
  • Willingness and desire to learn
  • Team player
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure
  • Prince 2 Practitioner
  • APM PMQ
  • APMP
  • MSP
  • Minimum 6 years experience as a Project Manager in delivering projects of various sizes and complexities
  • A proven ability to deal with shifting priorities, demands and timelines in a structured and objective manner.
  • Capable of managing multiple conflicting priorities and deadlines.
  • Experience with Waterfall methodology
  • Experience of managing a complex project portfolio and multi-disciplinary project teams.
  • Experience managing projects for motorsport or media industry.
  • Experience working in a fast paced environment
  • Proficient in MS Project
  • Good understanding of Power BI
  • Resource Management
  • Risk Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills
  • Change Management
  • Strong Organizational skills
  • Understanding of PMO role within a business

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the management of the assigned project(s) in line with the F1 PMO Methodology
  • Lead projects from initiation through to closure, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
  • Develop project scope documents involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
  • Establish and manage direct responsibilities with all stakeholders as a point of contact for project performance updates.
  • Manage project resource demand and capacity across all projects
  • Manage project risks and issues with clear mitigation plans and following an escalation process where needed.
  • Establish and manage regular project review meetings covering cost, schedule, resources, RAID and RAG statuses

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Project Manager at Formula 1?

The primary responsibility of the Project Manager is to manage assigned projects in line with the F1 PMO Methodology, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

What qualifications are required for the Project Manager role?

The essential qualification for this role is a Prince 2 Practitioner certification.

How much experience is needed for this role?

A minimum of 6 years of experience as a Project Manager delivering projects of various sizes and complexities is required.

What methodologies should the Project Manager be familiar with?

The Project Manager should have experience with Waterfall methodology, and familiarity with Agile methodologies would be an advantage.

What personal qualities are important for a successful Project Manager?

Important personal qualities include drive, determination, a can-do attitude, a proactive approach, willingness to learn, being a team player, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

What tools and skills should the Project Manager be proficient in?

The Project Manager should be proficient in MS Project and have a good understanding of Power BI, resource management, risk management, stakeholder management, and possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, presentation, and communication skills.

Are there opportunities for career progression in this role?

Yes, potential career progression includes advancing to a Programme Manager position.

What benefits does Formula 1 offer to its employees?

Benefits include a private healthcare scheme, dental care, Grand Prix Paddock passes, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, free staff shuttle service, healthy snacks, subsidized canteen, annual leave, training opportunities, discounts on F1 merchandise and experiences, and more.

Is experience in the motorsport or media industry preferred for this role?

Yes, experience managing projects specifically for the motorsport or media industry is considered desirable.

What is the role of the Project Manager in stakeholder management?

The Project Manager is responsible for establishing and managing direct responsibilities with all stakeholders and serving as the point of contact for project performance updates.

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Mission & Purpose

Formula 1® is the greatest racing spectacle on the planet, with more than half a billion fans following its unrivalled mix of guts, grit and glory world-wide. But F1 is also a team of brilliant individuals, working together to deliver the global phenomenon to the masses. So what do we do at the race? Our most visible activity is just that – visuals. At each event, we provide the technical infrastructure needed to deliver timing services, on board cameras, data acquisition, production of the international TV feed, as well as post-production of content across each grand prix weekend and the official F1 App and F1TV. Over each race weekend, we analyse and monitor data, provide content for our social media and digital platforms and support the live broadcast back in our Remote Operation Centre, based in our Media and Technology Centre. Behind the scenes, there’s so much more going on. Trackside, we provide exceptional hospitality programmes for guests to get up close and personal to the sport and its stars. We look after trackside advertising, graphics, and organise and facilitate the hugely popular FanZones. Meanwhile, back at ‘home’ - we’re busy prepping for the next races and creating innovative content ideas and building new networks to bring the excitement of Formula 1 racing to new fans across the globe.