ERP Project Manager

IT Works Recruitment LTD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a major IT migration initiative into IFS Cloud. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in delivering large-scale IT migrations, managing budgets, and communicating effectively with stakeholders. Responsibilities include developing project schedules, coordinating cross-functional teams, and overseeing data migration to ensure a smooth transition. Familiarity with Field Service Management platforms and structured methodologies is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong experience delivering large-scale IT migrations or transformation projects.
• Good understanding of Field Service Management platforms and IFS Cloud.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, plans, and budgets for the move to IFS Cloud.
• Coordinate and guide cross-functional teams, including IT and business stakeholders.
• Oversee data migration, integrations, and comprehensive testing.

Skills

IT migration project management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Agile methodologies

Risk management

Job description

About the Role

Role Purpose :

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead a major IT migration initiative, moving the Field Service Management (FSM) platform into IFS Cloud. This position will take ownership of planning, coordinating, and delivering the migration, ensuring a smooth transition and minimal disruption across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, plans, and budgets for the move to IFS Cloud.
• Coordinate and guide cross‑functional teams, including IT, business stakeholders, and external partners.
• Oversee data migration, integrations, and comprehensive testing across FSM, IFS Cloud, and connected systems (including workflows, business reporter outputs, and links with accounts receivable / payable).
• Ensure all processes, reporting, and system connections work effectively in the new environment.
• Assess risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure they are executed effectively.
• Provide clear and timely updates to leadership teams and relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain adherence to security policies, data protection requirements, and organisational standards.
• Ensure deliverables meet expected quality and align with stakeholder requirements.
• Conduct post‑project reviews and support ongoing improvement initiatives.

Skills, Experience & Knowledge

• Strong experience delivering large‑scale IT migrations or transformation projects.
• Good understanding of Field Service Management platforms and IFS Cloud.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Confident managing budgets, timelines, resources, and multiple workstreams.
• Familiarity with structured project methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2, or similar).
• Strong capabilities in risk management and problem‑solving in complex environments.

Preferred Experience

• Background working with automotive or insurance‑related systems.
• Experience leading vendor relationships and supporting contract negotiations.
• Understanding of cloud architecture, integrations, and best‑practice implementation approaches.