Project Manager

Harvey Nash Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead critical ICT projects in Glasgow. This hybrid role involves strong stakeholder management, supplier coordination, and oversight of project delivery. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in managing large-scale programmes, preferably in regulated environments. The contract offers £500/day outside IR35, with a duration from 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026, possibly extendable.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing large-scale programmes, ideally in complex or regulated environments.
• Strong experience with programme reporting and working with senior stakeholders.
• Familiarity with public sector or local government environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are fully resourced, logically planned, and delivered on time.
• Manage risks and issues, report progress to PMO and boards.
• Support change management and smooth transitions into operational service.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Supplier coordination

Delivery oversight

Risk management

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Overview

Project Manager - £500/day - Outside IR35 - Glasgow (Hybrid)

We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead a portfolio of critical ICT projects across a complex public sector estate. This is a high-impact role requiring strong stakeholder management, supplier coordination, and delivery oversight across multiple concurrent workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for ensuring projects are fully resourced, logically planned, and delivered on time.
• Manage risks and issues, report progress to PMO and boards, oversee finances, and ensure third-party suppliers meet their obligations.
• Support change management, communications, and smooth transitions into operational service.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing large-scale programmes, ideally in complex or regulated environments.
• Strong experience with MS Project, programme reporting, and working with senior stakeholders.
• Familiarity with public sector or local government environments is desirable.

Contract details

• Location: Glasgow - hybrid working
• Rate: £500/day Outside IR35
• Duration: 1 October 2025 - 31 March 2026 (with possible extension)
• Clearance: Standard Disclosure required