IT Project Manager

Omega Resource Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading figurehead in the food sector in the UK is seeking an IT Project Manager (Transformation Business/Operations) to join their newly created IT PMO on a hybrid contract for 6 months. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalising IT projects across multiple business domains including finance and supply chain. Ideal candidates will have a degree in IT or Computer Science and proven project management experience in IT environments. Offering a rate of £550 to £650 per day.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a related field (Information Technology, Computer Science etc.).
• Experience in Project Management in an IT environment.
• Strong familiarity with IT project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scope, IT goals, and deliverables that support business goals.
• Develop full-scale IT project plans and associated communications documents.
• Effectively communicate IT project expectations to team members and stakeholders.
• Develop budget and resource requirements to achieve project goals.
• Proactively manage changes in IT project scope and devise contingency plans.

Skills

IT project management

Communication skills

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

IT project management software

Job description

Job Title: IT Project Manager (Transformation Business/Operations) Job Type: Contract Duration: 6 Months Work Type: Hybrid Industry: FMCG Job Location: St Albans Rate: £550 to £650/day Ltd (Outside IR35)

Profile IT Project Manager (Transformation Business/Operations)

Our client is a leading figurehead in the UK food sector, with an unparalleled pedigree dating back to the early 18th century. They are currently seeking an IT Project Manager to support a variety of projects as part of the newly created IT PMO.

Job Role IT Project Manager (Transformation Business/Operations)

Reporting to the IT Project Delivery Manager the IT Project Manager shall be responsible for planning, executing, and finalising IT projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver IT projects according to plan. The IT Project Manager will also define the project's IT objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.

The Project Manager shall operate across multiple business domains, such as:

• Finance projects (including SAP and other financial systems)
• Business operations and process improvement initiatives
• Supply Chain projects
• End-of-Life (EOL) product or system transition projects

Duties

• Develop project scope, IT goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop full-scale IT project plans and associated communications documents.
• Effectively communicate IT project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Develop budget and resource requirements needed to achieve project goals.
• Draft and submit IT budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
• Identify and manage IT project dependencies and critical path.
• Plan and schedule IT project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
• Track IT project milestones and deliverables.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations specifically focused on IT deliverables.
• Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the IT project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
• Proactively manage changes in IT project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.

Experience / Qualifications

• Degree qualified in related field (Information Technology, Computer Science etc.)
• Experience Project Management in an IT environment
• Strong familiarity with IT project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.

Candidates who are currently a Programme Manager, Consultant, IT Project Manager, IT Delivery Manager, IT Programme Manager, Program Manager and Project Manager could be suitable for this position.

To make an application for this role please submit your CV to (url removed).