Project Manager (Platform Engineering)

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead a strategic automation and platform engineering program in Sheffield. This role involves establishing governance frameworks, managing project plans, and coordinating technical teams to ensure timely delivery. Candidates should possess strong technical skills in automation technologies and experience in stakeholder engagement. This is a contract role for 10 months requiring onsite presence three days a week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager in a technical context.
• Strong governance and coordination skills.
• Experience with automation and platform engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a strategic automation and platform engineering program.
• Establish governance frameworks ensuring compliance with standards.
• Define project scope, objectives, and manage project plans.

Skills

Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP)

Ansible

Red Hat OpenShift

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Python

YAML

Generative AI (GenAI)

Node.js

Full Stack Development

Job description

Role Title: Project Manager

Duration: 10 Months

Location: Sheffield (3 Days Per week onsite)

Rate: £480 Per Day - Umbrella only

Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation? Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms.

Role purpose / summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a strategic automation and platform engineering program. This program includes initiatives led by an Architect and an Ansible SME Tech Lead, requiring strong governance, coordination, and technical awareness. The PM will ensure seamless integration of architecture design, automation standards, and platform engineering into the overall delivery roadmap.

Governance & Delivery Leadership

• Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with HSBC standards and regulatory requirements.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with automation and platform engineering goals.
• Manage project plans, budgets, risks, and dependencies across multiple technical streams (architecture, automation, platform).
• Drive timely delivery of milestones, ensuring quality and stakeholder satisfaction.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead and coordinate efforts between Architect, Ansible SME Tech Lead, developers, and infrastructure specialists.
• Ensure alignment of architecture decisions, automation standards, and platform upgrades with project timelines.
• Facilitate integration of automation workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and security/compliance requirements into delivery plans.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders across business and technology teams.
• Communicate progress, risks, and issues clearly and proactively, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Technical Skills

• Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) - Understanding of automation strategy and governance.
• Ansible - Awareness of playbook development, RBAC, and credential management.
• Red Hat OpenShift - Knowledge of containerization and orchestration platforms.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) - Familiarity with automation tools and practices.
• Python & YAML - Awareness of scripting and automation use cases.
• Generative AI (GenAI) - Understanding of AI-driven solutions and integration considerations.
• Node.js & Full Stack Development - Awareness of application development lifecycle.

All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!