Project Manager

Primis; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic Project Manager to oversee a critical migration project from Cognos to Power BI. This role demands a proactive leader with exceptional coordination skills to manage multiple stakeholders and ensure timely delivery. You will be at the forefront of a high-visibility project, providing regular updates to senior leadership while navigating a fast-paced environment. If you thrive in challenging situations and possess a strong understanding of project management principles, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing high-visibility projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to drive delivery and manage dependencies effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the migration project from Cognos to Power BI.
• Coordinate timelines, risks, and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Stakeholder Coordination

Cognos

Power BI

Project Management

Job description

Full Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Onsite (5 days per week) Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Job Type: Contract

Start: ASAP

Duration: 4 months

We are seeking a project manager for an urgent contract role to lead the decommissioning of Cognos reporting and migration to Power BI. This high-volume, high-visibility project involves multiple stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be confident in driving delivery, managing dependencies, and coordinating effectively across teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver the Cognos-to-Power BI migration project
• Coordinate across multiple business and technical teams
• Manage timelines, risks, and stakeholder communications
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on progress and blockers

Required Skills:

• Strong stakeholder and cross-team coordination skills
• Solid understanding of Cognos and Power BI environments
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment