Data Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organization in Glasgow is seeking a Project Manager to lead strategic programmes focused on data-driven transformation. This role involves managing complex data sets and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will have experience in data-centric projects, strong stakeholder management skills, and relevant project management certification. A competitive salary and hybrid working model are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working options available

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing data-centric projects or programmes.
• Strong understanding of data governance and data quality.
• Ability to navigate and lead within a hybrid working environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of strategic programmes focused on large and complex data sets.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute projects driving data innovation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Data governance

Data quality

Data lifecycle management

Education

Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile)

Job description

Job Description

Your new company
Join a leading public sector organisation in Glasgow at the forefront of data-driven transformation. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-impact team delivering complex programmes that shape public services and policy through the power of data.
Your new role
As a Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of strategic programmes focused on large and complex data sets. You'll be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects that drive data innovation and operational efficiency. Working closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners, you'll ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organisational goals.
What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience managing data-centric projects or programmes, ideally within the public sector or similarly complex environments
• Strong understanding of data governance, data quality, and data lifecycle management
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to navigate and lead within a hybrid working environment
• Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) is desirable

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary of 55,000 - 65,000
• Hybrid working model
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, meaningful projects
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Flexible working options available

What you need to do now
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