IT Project Manager - Manufacturing & Plant Infrastructure

Lorien; City Of London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consultancy is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead projects in Manufacturing & Plant Infrastructure. This role involves managing IT projects, ensuring compliance in a highly regulated environment, and collaborating closely with engineering and operations teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in MES and project management certifications. The position is a 6-month contract, with occasional travel required, and is based in London.

Qualifications

• Experience in international or global manufacturing settings.
• Proven track record in highly regulated environments.
• Strong background in technology delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage IT projects to ensure production runs efficiently.
• Collaborate with teams to translate production needs into requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and performance standards.

Skills

IT project management

MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems)

Compliance adherence

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Project Management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile)

Job description

IT Project Manager - Manufacturing & Plant Infrastructure

Job Type: Contract/Temporary | Location: London | Job Ref: BBBH170825_1764071703 | Date Added: November 25th, 2025 | Consultant: Louis Poynter

Location: Remote | Contract Type: 6-Month Contract | IR35 Status: Inside IR35 | Travel: Occasional travel required

Are you an experienced IT Project Manager with a strong background in manufacturing operations, MES and technology delivery?

We are seeking a skilled professional to lead projects that keep production running smoothly while driving efficiency and compliance across global manufacturing environments.

Role Overview

As an IT Project Manager – Manufacturing & Plant Infrastructure, you will manage projects such as:

• Maintenance management systems
• Testing platforms and MES enhancements
• Labeling solutions
• Plant‑floor infrastructure and network changes

You will work closely with operations, engineering, quality, and IT teams to understand production needs, translate them into actionable requirements, and deliver robust, compliant solutions with minimal disruption to throughput. The role involves vendor coordination, risk and change control, validation where required, and ensuring all deployments meet regulatory, safety, and performance standards.

What You'll Bring

• IT project management experience with MES, manufacturing operations and technology delivery in an international / Global setting
• Proven experience in highly regulated environments with strict compliance requirements
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, Business, or related field is highly desirable
• Project Management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) preferred