Data Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager for Data Analytics Services to manage key data migration and analytics projects across cloud platforms. This role requires expertise in project management, data architectures, and team coordination, aiming to drive successful project delivery while ensuring high client satisfaction. Join a collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in technical project management.
• Strong understanding of data architectures and integration.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data migration and analytics projects.
• Develop project plans including timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for project execution.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analytics

Data Migration

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

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Lemongrass (lemongrasscloud.com) is a global leader in SAP consulting, focused on helping organizations transform their business processes through innovative solutions and technologies. With a strong commitment to customer success, Lemongrass partners with companies to drive their digital transformation journeys, enabling them to unlock the full potential of their SAP investments.

We do this with our continuous innovation, automation, migration and operation, delivered on the world's most comprehensive cloud platforms – AWS, Azure and GCP and SAP Cloud ERP. We have been working with AWS and SAP since 2010 and we are a Premier Amazon Partner Network (APN) Consulting Partner. We are also a Microsoft Gold Partner, a Google Cloud Partner and an SAP Certified Silver Partner.

Our team is what makes Lemongrass exceptional and why we have the excellent reputation in the market that we enjoy today. At Lemongrass, you will work with the smartest and most motivated people in the business. We take pride in our culture of innovation and collaboration that drives us to deliver exceptional benefits to our clients every day.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Technical Project Manager for Data Analytics Services to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing technical projects related to legacy data platform migration, data lake build, and data analytics across multiple cloud platforms. This role requires a blend of project management expertise and technical acumen to ensure successful delivery of complex data projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Lead and manage legacy data platform migration (Teradata, Hadoop), data lake build, and data analytics projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, data scientists, and IT professionals, to ensure seamless execution of projects.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical guidance and expertise on data migration strategies, data lake architectures, and data analytics solutions.
• Ensure best practices in data management, data integration, and data security are adhered to throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks, and Snowflake experts to leverage cloud capabilities and ensure optimal performance of data solutions.

Stakeholder Management:

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular project updates and addressing any concerns or requirements.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in project management and technical delivery.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in data services, data migration, and cloud computing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical project management or technical delivery, specifically in data analytics services, legacy data platform migrations, or data lake projects.
• Strong understanding of data architectures, data integration, and data analytics.
• Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Experience migrating On prem data platforms to Databricks and Snowflake for data engineering and analytics.
• Experience with SAP systems and SAP HANA is a plus.
• Excellent project management skills, with proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is preferred.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and leading cloud platforms.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Professional development opportunities and career growth.
• Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation, which will be conducted and the results of which will be used in compliance with applicable law.

Lemongrass Consulting is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.