Freelance Project Manager

Summary

We are looking for a freelance Project Manager based in the UK to manage digital learning projects. The Project Manager is responsible for end-to-end delivery of projects in line with GP Studio PMO lifecycle standards. The role ensures projects are delivered to scope, timeline, budget, and quality expectations while serving as the client’s primary day-to-day liaison, maintaining strong stakeholder communication, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. The role also requires strong operational discipline and effective use of approved AI tools to enhance delivery effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver projects end-to-end aligned to PMO lifecycle standards (kick-off, planning, execution, reporting, retrospectives, and closure)
• Apply GP Strategies approved AI tools, prompts, and agents to enhance planning, reporting, and delivery efficiency
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project artefacts within approved systems (including SharePoint as the single source of truth)
• Manage project financials including weekly budget tracking, monthly forecasting, baselining, and invoicing schedule execution
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans aligned to approved scope, budget, and resource availability
• Operate effectively in fast-paced and ambiguous environments, translating evolving client needs into structured delivery plans
• Manage risks and changes proactively, ensuring appropriate mitigation, escalation, and formal change control
• Produce high-quality reporting and documentation for stakeholders and senior management
• Ensure quality standards are met, including required delivery artefacts (e.g. test plans, technical specifications where applicable)
• Lead structured project retrospectives and ensure lessons learned are documented
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships to support satisfaction and repeat business