Project Manager - IT Migration

Vermelo RPO; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment services provider is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a critical IT system migration project in the United Kingdom. The role requires proven experience in managing large-scale IT migrations, overseeing cross-functional teams, and strong stakeholder management. Key responsibilities include developing project plans, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance with organizational standards. A background in Field Service Management and proficiency in IFS Cloud is preferable. This position offers a fixed term of 18 to 24 months.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large-scale IT migration or transformation projects.
• Strong understanding of Field Service Management systems and IFS Cloud platform.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans for the FSM to IFS Cloud migration.
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams including IT and business stakeholders.
• Oversee data migration and system integration between FSM and IFS Cloud.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Budget management

Risk management

Tools

IFS Cloud

Field Service Management systems

Job description

Role Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager for a fixed term (18 to 24 months) to lead a critical IT system migration project, transitioning our Field Service Management (FSM) platform to IFS Cloud. This role will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering the migration, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency across the organisation.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for the FSM to IFS Cloud migration.
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams including IT, business stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Oversee data migration, system integration, and testing phases between FSM and IFS Cloud.
• Ensure seamless transition of workflows, reporting, and integrations with other enterprise systems.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
• Communicate progress and issues effectively to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with security, data protection, and organisational standards throughout the project.
• Project Planning & Delivery: Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for cloud migrations and implementations.
• Team Coordination: Lead cross-functional teams, including IT, business stakeholders, and external vendors, to deliver project objectives.
• Cloud Migration: Oversee data migration, system integration, and testing phases between legacy and cloud platforms (e.g., FSM to IFS Cloud).
• Stakeholder Management: Communicate progress, risks, and issues effectively to senior leadership and all stakeholders.
• Risk & Compliance: Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with security, data protection, and organisational standards.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all deliverables meet required standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor project performance, conduct post-project reviews, and identify areas for improvement.

Skills, Experience and Knowledge:

• Proven experience managing large-scale IT migration or transformation projects.
• Strong understanding of Field Service Management systems and IFS Cloud platform.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2, or similar).
• Experience in risk management and problem-solving in complex environments.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of automotive or insurance industry systems.
• Experience with vendor management and contract negotiation.
• Understanding of cloud architecture and integration best practices.