Infrastructure Project Manager

La Fosse; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm partner seeks an experienced Infrastructure Project Manager to oversee high-profile, business-critical projects within their Global IT Operations team. This role involves managing the full project lifecycle, engaging stakeholders, and leading cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of relevant experience and PRINCE2 certification. The position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model based in Birmingham or Cardiff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience delivering infrastructure implementation projects.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure design and implementation.
• Experience working with external suppliers and large outsource providers.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle: design, supplier onboarding, planning, build, test, deployment.
• Oversee day-to-day management of internal teams and third-party suppliers.
• Create and maintain MS Project plans, track dependencies, and report progress.
• Communicate technical solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Infrastructure implementation

PRINCE2 certification

Cloud technologies (Azure)

Professional services experience

Agile methodologies

Waterfall frameworks

Excellent communication

Project management methodologies

Job description

Infrastructure Project Manager

This role is with La Fosse, partnered with a leading legal firm. You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of high-profile, business-critical projects centered around Infrastructure & Azure projects within the Global IT Operations team.

Base pay range

Salary: £65,000 per annum

Location: Birmingham or Cardiff (Hybrid – 3 days on-site, 2 days remote)

Position Type: Permanent

About the Role

La Fosse are partnered with a leading legal firm who are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Project Manager to join their Global IT Operations team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle: design, supplier onboarding, planning, build, test, deployment, and lessons learned.
• Oversee day-to-day management of internal teams and third-party suppliers.
• Create and maintain MS Project plans, track dependencies, and report progress against key milestones.
• Own and manage the RAID log, ensuring risks are mitigated and issues resolved.
• Engage technical teams and stakeholders, keeping them informed throughout the project.
• Communicate technical solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with IT, business teams, and vendors to deliver effective designs.
• Report on project status, planning, and budget management.
• Ensure smooth handover to support teams with full documentation.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years’ experience delivering infrastructure implementation projects.
• PRINCE2 certification (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of infrastructure design and implementation.
• Experience working with external suppliers and large outsource providers.
• Professional services sector experience.
• Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall frameworks.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (Azure), SaaS delivery.
• Previous experience in Professional services
• Understanding of application design and software development lifecycle.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and communication skills, able to build relationships at senior levels.
• Ability to foster collaboration across teams and vendors.
• Skilled in planning, monitoring, and controlling projects.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and negotiation.
• Ability to understand business requirements and technical solutions at a detailed level.
• Expertise in project management methodologies (MSP, PRINCE2).
• Budgeting and resource allocation experience.
• Problem-solving mindset with proactive approach.

If this sounds like you or someone you might know then please apply below or send a CV to [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services

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