IT Project Manager

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and proactive IT Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of strategic technology initiatives within a large engineering context. You will lead cross-functional teams, ensuring projects meet timelines, budgets, and objectives, and align with broader business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle delivery of IT projects-from initiation to closure.

• Create comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and align resource provisioning.

• Coordinate internal teams and external partners/vendors to ensure smooth operations.

• Identify, monitor, and resolve risks, issues, and interdependencies promptly.

• Provide clear and regular updates on project progress, key milestones, and deliverables to stakeholders.

• Ensure adherence to governance, security protocols, and regulatory requirements.

• Support change management and drive user adoption across the organisation.

• Assist in refining and improving project delivery processes and methodologies.

Required Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in IT project management (ideally 3+ years).

• Solid understanding of mainstream project management frameworks.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Proven track record managing budgets, timelines, and vendor performance.

• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Trello, or similar).

• Aptitude for juggling multiple initiatives in a fast-moving environment.

• Experience developing and overseeing implementation of projects with broad impact across the organisation.

• Professional certification in project management (e.g., APM PMQ) is a plus.

Desirable Attributes

• Background in infrastructure, cybersecurity, ERP, or software development projects.

• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.

• Capability to influence and drive organizational change.

• Comfortable engaging with diverse stakeholder levels, from technical teams to senior leaders.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements available.

• Pension scheme included.

• Private healthcare coverage.

• Investment in training and professional development.

• Long-term opportunity to lead and grow a new managerial team.