IT Project Manager - Part Time

Xpand Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in the UK is seeking a part-time IT Project Manager for a contract role lasting two to three months. You will facilitate project planning and delivery for local government, ensuring compliance with GDPR and security standards. This role demands 3 days per week, including 2 days onsite, with a rate of up to £350 per day based on experience. Strong budget management, stakeholder engagement, and project lifecycle oversight are essential requirements.

Qualifications

• Local government experience is essential.
• You must lead the planning, delivery, and control of IT projects.
• Compliance with data protection and GDPR is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain project plans and reports.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and supplier relationships.
• Coordinate internal teams and external partners.

Skills

IT project management

Strong planning and reporting

Budget and supplier management

Risk and issue management

Stakeholder engagement

Knowledge of GDPR and cyber security

Local government background

Job description

Job Description

IT Project Manager, Part Time Contract

£350 per day - Inside IR35

A part time IT Project Manager is needed for a two to three month contract working three days per week. The role starts immediately and requires two days on site each week. The rate is up to three hundred and fifty pounds per day through umbrella.

You will lead the planning, delivery, and control of IT projects for the council. You will create and maintain project plans, reports, and change controls. You will manage budgets, procurement, suppliers, and stakeholder relationships. You will coordinate internal teams and external partners to keep work on track. You will handle risks, issues, and change across the full lifecycle. You will ensure compliance with data protection, cyber security, and GDPR. Local government experience is essential.

Key skills

• IT project management
• Strong planning and reporting
• Budget and supplier management
• Risk and issue management
• Stakeholder engagement
• Knowledge of GDPR and cyber security
• Local government background

Rates

• Rates depend on experience and client requirements