Project/Programme Manager

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Technologies Recruitment in the United Kingdom seeks a Contract Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale telecoms and network delivery programmes. You will manage high-value portfolios (1m-20m) with robust governance to drive commercial success.

The role is hybrid across Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds for a 6-month contract, and requires active SC clearance. You will partner with PMO and stakeholders to translate technical delivery into business value and ensure milestones are met.

Qualifications

• Active SC Clearance is mandatory.
• Proven track record in Telecoms/Networks (WAN/LAN, Core Network, Cloud Voice, Contact Centre).
• Experience managing budgets of 1m-20m and interpreting commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex telecoms and network projects.
• Act as senior customer contact, translating technical delivery into business value.
• Collaborate with PMO and resourcing hubs to align milestones and forecast demand.
• Embed governance and risk management tailored to delivery environments.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Governance

Budget management

Telecoms / Networks

SC Clearance

Job description

Contract Senior Project Manager

Duration: 6 Months

Locations: Manchester Birmingham Leeds, UK (Hybrid)

Clearance: Active SC Clearance required

Role Overview

We are recruiting for Senior Project Managers to lead large-scale, complex telecoms and network delivery programmes for enterprise clients across the UK. You will manage high-value portfolios ( 1m- 20m), ensure robust governance, and drive commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex telecoms and network projects.
• Manage project budgets ranging from 1m to 20m, controlling risks and financials.
• Act as the senior customer point of contact, translating technical delivery into business value.
• Work closely with PMO and resourcing hubs to ensure milestone alignment and demand forecasting.
• Embed best-practice governance and risk management tailored to delivery environments.

Key Requirements

• Active SC Clearance is Mandatory.
• Strong track record in Telecoms/Networks (WAN/LAN, Core Network, Cloud Voice, Contact Centre).
• Proven experience managing 1m- 20m budgets and interpreting commercial contracts.
• Excellent senior stakeholder management and decision-making skills.