IT Senior Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in London is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead complex IT projects and mentor junior managers. This role involves overseeing project delivery, managing stakeholder expectations, and contributing to continuous improvement in processes. Candidates should be strategic thinkers with strong leadership and communication skills, preferably with experience in Agile and PRINCE2 methodologies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing IT projects in a client-facing environment.
• Strong understanding of project governance and risk management.
• Experience in reporting and forecasting project performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of digital transformation and security projects.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and risks.
• Mentor junior project managers and contribute to improvement processes.

Skills

Project management tools

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Tools

PRINCE2

Agile

PMP

Job description

Job DescriptionSenior Project Manager - Permanent

Salary: Up to £70,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: London (Hybrid Working)

Our client is a leading technology consultancy based in London, delivering strategic IT, security, and infrastructure solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients. They are offering an exciting opportunity to join their Consulting team as a Senior Project Manager.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of complex, high-impact technical projects across multiple client environments. You will be responsible for ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, while also mentoring junior project managers and contributing to the continuous improvement of project delivery processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of digital transformation, infrastructure, and security projects for enterprise clients.




• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder expectations.




• Act as a senior escalation point for project issues, ensuring effective resolution and communication.




• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors to ensure flawless project execution.




• Support the onboarding of new clients and services, ensuring a smooth transition to business-as-usual (BAU) operational support.




• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, KPIs, and reporting dashboards to track progress and performance.




• Contribute to the development and refinement of project delivery frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.




• Line manage and mentor junior project managers and project coordinators, supporting their professional development.

Key Skills and Experience

• Proven experience managing multiple concurrent IT projects in a client-facing environment.




• Strong understanding of project governance, risk management, and service transition processes.




• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.




• Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, PMP).




• Familiarity with infrastructure, cloud, or cybersecurity projects.




• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities, with experience in line management.




• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with competing priorities.




• Experience in reporting and forecasting project performance to senior leadership.

What We're Looking For

• A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to project delivery.




• Someone who is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and proactive in identifying and solving problems.




• A confident communicator who can build strong relationships with clients and internal teams.




• A team player who can lead by example and inspire others to deliver excellence.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to lead impactful projects and drive innovation in IT delivery. Apply now with your most up-to-date CV!

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

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