IS Project Manager

Adecco; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 66,125,000 - 70,258,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting for an IS Project Manager to support the Merseyside Police Force, based at Police HQ, Liverpool. The role is a temporary, full-time position with an hourly rate of £24.72 and an end date in April 2027.

The successful candidate will oversee IS project implementations, coordinate with system owners, manage budgets, resources, and risks, and ensure on-time delivery with appropriate testing and health & safety compliance.

Qualifications

• A degree or equivalent qualification.
• Training in ICT project management.
• Previous experience in implementing IT systems within large, complex organisations.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and proven use of these methodologies on multiple projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with users and stakeholders.
• Excellent management abilities to motivate and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.
• Attention to detail for monitoring project status and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Project Implementation: Ensuring the successful execution of IS projects in accordance with agreed specifications, costs, and schedules.
• Business Requirements: Confirming project requirements and proposed solutions with system owners to ensure viability and efficiency before project initiation.
• Resource Estimation: Identifying necessary tasks, estimating budgets, and securing resources to implement projects effectively.
• Implementation Planning: Producing and agreeing on implementation plans in collaboration with system owners, suppliers, and relevant ICT sections.
• Team Coordination: Supervising and coordinating the efforts of IT staff, business unit staff, and external suppliers to ensure timely and budget-conscious project delivery.
• Progress Reporting: Regularly meeting with potential users and project stakeholders to report on progress and ensure evolving project needs are met.
• Risk Management: Reporting progress, highlighting issues, and managing risks to the ICT Projects manager.
• Testing and Acceptance: Planning and managing the testing and acceptance phases of new systems, ensuring compliance with agreed specifications.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Being accountable for all Health and Safety issues related to the projects under your responsibility.

Skills

ICT project management

Stakeholder liaison

Team coordination

Risk management

Budget estimation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Adecco is pleased to be recruiting for a IS Project Manager for Merseyside Police Force

Location: Police HQ, Liverpool

Contract Type: Temporary

Hourly Rate: £24.72 per hour

End Date: April, 2027

Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday

Are you an experienced IS Project Manager looking to take on a dynamic role in the Information Technology sector? Our client, a prominent organisation, is seeking a talented individual to oversee the successful implementation of various IS projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Implementation: Ensuring the successful execution of IS projects in accordance with agreed specifications, costs, and schedules.
• Business Requirements: Confirming project requirements and proposed solutions with system owners to ensure viability and efficiency before project initiation.
• Resource Estimation: Identifying necessary tasks, estimating budgets, and securing resources to implement projects effectively.
• Implementation Planning: Producing and agreeing on implementation plans in collaboration with system owners, suppliers, and relevant ICT sections.
• Team Coordination: Supervising and coordinating the efforts of IT staff, business unit staff, and external suppliers to ensure timely and budget-conscious project delivery.
• Progress Reporting: Regularly meeting with potential users and project stakeholders to report on progress and ensure evolving project needs are met.
• Risk Management: Reporting progress, highlighting issues, and managing risks to the ICT Projects manager.
• Testing and Acceptance: Planning and managing the testing and acceptance phases of new systems, ensuring compliance with agreed specifications.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Being accountable for all Health and Safety issues related to the projects under your responsibility.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A degree or equivalent qualification.
• Training in ICT project management.
• Previous experience in implementing IT systems within large, complex organisations.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and proven use of these methodologies on multiple projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with users and stakeholders.
• Excellent management abilities to motivate and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.
• Attention to detail for monitoring project status and outcomes.

Why Join Our Client

Our client values innovation and excellence, providing a stimulating work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. This role offers the chance to work across departments and with external suppliers, enhancing your professional network and experience.

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The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.