IT Project Manager – Braintree District Council

Essex County Council; Braintree; On-site; GBP 55,857 - 73,292; Part time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking an IT Project Manager to lead the planning and execution of IT projects. The role involves developing project plans, managing relationships, and ensuring adherence to data protection regulations. This is a part-time position requiring local government experience, with a temporary contract of 2-3 months based in Braintree, England. Successful candidates will be proactive and detail-oriented, with an immediate start and competitive daily rates based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in local government.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and documentation.
• Manage budgets, procurement processes, and relationships.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for successful project outcomes.
• Oversee risk management and change controls.
• Ensure adherence to data protection and GDPR requirements.

Job description

IT Project Manager – Braintree District Council

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Contract Details

• Temporary, part‑time (3 days per week)
• On‑site 2 days per week
• 2–3 month contract
• Up to £350.00 Umbrella per day, dependent on experience
• Immediate start
• Closing date: 15 December 2025
• Interviews: 23 December 2025

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and project documentation including highlight reports, exception reports and change controls
• Manage budgets, procurement processes, supplier and stakeholder relationships
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams, including technical staff, stakeholders, and external partners, to ensure successful project outcomes
• Oversee risk management, change control, and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure projects adhere to data protection, cybersecurity, and GDPR requirements

Qualifications

• Local government experience

If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via the Working for Essex website. If you have any queries relating to this post, please email [e-mail].