Project Manager - IT Transformation

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cambridge seeks a Transformational Change Project Manager. The role focuses on driving employee engagement and implementing a new operating model. Candidates should have extensive change management experience and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Competitive daily rate of £600 per day for a 6-month contract, with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead IT transformation initiatives.
• Strong experience in change management and project management.
• Experience with vendor and third-party relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage change management strategies.
• Create comprehensive project plans outlining scope and objectives.
• Engage key stakeholders and ensure their buy-in.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Change management expertise

Stakeholder engagement

Collaboration

Job description

Job Description

A Project Manager is needed to support a leading technology company.

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Your new role

We have an opportunity for a Project Manager to join our client’s team in Cambridge. The team works on hybrid working basis.

• Contract: 6 months
• Daily rate: £600 per day through umbrella
• Hours:40, Monday to Friday

We are looking for an experienced Transformational Change Project Manager to join our client's busy Portfolio Delivery team based in Cambridge!

About the role:

We are looking for a Project Manager with a proven track record of successfully delivering transformational change initiatives to drive employee engagement and adoption of a new operating model that aligns with the organization's strategic objectives.

This role requires a strong, dynamic leader with a background in change management, project management, and excellent stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, cross functional teams and departments to ensure successful implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage change management strategies to support adoption of a new operating model.
• Create comprehensive project plans that outline scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Identify and engage key stakeholders, ensuring their buy-in and support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop communication plans to keep stakeholders informed of progress, changes, and potential impacts.
• Identifying potential risks and devising risk mitigation strategies to avoid delays and setbacks during project delivery
• Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, resolving issues and initiating corrective action and provide regular updates to project and business stakeholders.
• Maintaining detailed project documentation, including reports, status updates, Project Initiation Document, plans and risk register.

Must have experience:

• Strong analytical skills to assess complex situations, identify problems, and devise effective solutions.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing vendor and third-party relationships to ensure alignment with strategic goals, mitigate risks, and drive value.
• Proven ability to lead IT transformation initiatives that align technology with business objectives, enhance operational efficiency, and support innovation.

Start Date: ASAP