Project Manager - IT Migration

Vermelo RPO; Wingerworth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment service provider in the UK seeks an experienced Project Manager for an 18 to 24 month fixed-term role. You will lead a critical IT migration project, transitioning the Field Service Management platform to IFS Cloud. Responsibilities include managing project plans, timelines, and budgets, while ensuring effective communication and stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in large-scale IT migrations, strong stakeholder management skills, and familiarity with project management methodologies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans and budgets for migrations.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver project objectives.
• Oversee data migration, system integration, and testing.

Skills

IT migration project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Budget management

Risk management

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 cloud migrations and implementations.


• Lead cross‑functional teams, including IT, business stakeholders, and external vendors, to deliver project objectives.


• Oversee data migration, system integration, and testing phases between legacy and cloud platforms (e.g., FSM to IFS Cloud).


• Communicate progress, risks, and issues effectively to senior leadership and all stakeholders.


• Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with security, data protection, and organisational standards.


• Ensure all deliverables meet required standards and stakeholder expectations.


• 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.