Senior IT Project Manager

Talent Smart; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead high-value IT initiatives. You'll be responsible for managing complex projects, ensuring timely delivery, and overseeing project teams. The successful candidate will have a strong background in managing large-scale IT projects and stakeholder relationships while adhering to governance frameworks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large and complex IT projects across multiple business domains.
• Demonstrable experience managing large-scale Business Services programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large IT projects.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Define and oversee project scope and objectives.
• Manage project teams providing leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Budget management

Communication

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead and deliver a range of high-value IT initiatives across a well-known organisation. The successful candidate will manage complex, multi-million-pound projects that drive business transformation and operational excellence. You will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while effectively managing stakeholders, resources, and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large and complex IT projects running into the millions.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals.
• Define and oversee project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and resource plans.
• Manage project teams directly, providing leadership, guidance, and performance oversight.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders across business services, IT, and external partners.
• Manage relationships and performance of external suppliers and third-party vendors.
• Ensure adherence to governance frameworks, project management methodologies, and compliance requirements.
• Conduct regular reporting and communication with senior management and stakeholders on progress, risks, and issues.
• Facilitate workshops, negotiations, and communication sessions with business users and clients to ensure alignment.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience managing large and complex IT projects across multiple business domains.
• Demonstrable experience managing large-scale Business Services programmes.

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