IT Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector body in Glasgow is seeking an IT Project Manager to oversee the delivery of a critical infrastructure project. The role involves managing a cross-functional team and applying best practices in project management to implement a new SASE network for secure connectivity. This position offers a competitive daily rate and the chance to contribute significantly to national infrastructure improvements.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

12-month contract with potential for extension

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering complex IT infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project management principles (e.g. PRINCE2).
• Experience working within structured governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the SASE network project across a large, multi-site estate.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and quality assurance processes.
• Produce high-quality documentation and reports.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Software Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Your new company
This is a great opportunity to join a public sector body in Glasgow as part of a major infrastructure programme. You'll be helping to deliver the next- network that will support over 20,000 users across 100+ sites.This organisation is investing heavily in modernising its IT estate, and this role sits at the heart of a critical programme to implement a Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution that will underpin secure, high-performance connectivity across the country.

Your new role
As the IT Project Manager, you'll lead the end-to-end delivery of a complex, high-profile infrastructure project. You'll be responsible for managing a cross-functional team of technical experts and SMEs to procure and implement the new SASE-based network.
You'll work within a structured governance framework, applying best-practice project management methodologies to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is a hands-on role requiring both technical infrastructure knowledge and strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of the SASE network project across a large, multi-site estate
• Define scope, priorities, resources, budget, and schedules
• Manage risks, dependencies, and quality assurance processes
• Collaborate with internal teams, third-party suppliers, and senior stakeholders
• Produce high-quality documentation, reports, and communication plans
• Ensure compliance with organisational goals, legislation, and IT strategy

What you'll need to succeed
Essential:

• Proven experience delivering complex IT infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2)
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Experience working within structured governance frameworks

Desirable:

• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery models
• Workshop facilitation and business analysis skills
• Experience in public sector

What you'll get in return

• A high-impact role delivering a nationally critical infrastructure programme
• Competitive day rate and 12-month contract with potential for extension
• The opportunity to work with a forward-thinking, mission-driven organisation

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