Senior Project Manager

83zero Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Remote

Car allowance

9-day fortnight

Private medical

Life assurance

Healthcare plan

Learning & development budget

Career development framework

Mentoring opportunities

Award-winning culture

Job summary

83zero Limited is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead multiple Microsoft technology and digital transformation projects, with remote work and UK travel. You will drive delivery from pre-sales through mobilisation, manage client engagements and mentor others.

Work closely with the Head of Delivery to raise project standards, support delivery governance and help shape the PM function toward Programme Management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering multiple concurrent IT or Digital Transformation projects.
• Experience delivering Microsoft-focused projects involving Microsoft 365, Azure, Dynamics 365, Power Platform or Copilot.
• Consultancy, Professional Services or Managed Services experience.
• Strong understanding of project governance, RAID management, budgeting, forecasting, financial control and commercial delivery.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders, suppliers and technical delivery teams.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall and hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Business analysis awareness with the ability to challenge and shape requirements.
• Experience mentoring, coaching or supporting other Project Managers.
• Exposure to Programme Management or large-scale transformation programmes would be highly advantageous.
• PRINCE2, APM or Agile certifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multiple end-to-end IT and digital transformation projects simultaneously.
• Manage the full project lifecycle from pre-sales through delivery and successful client handover.
• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders.
• Manage project governance, planning, RAID logs, budgets, forecasting, reporting, risks and change control.
• Lead cross-functional teams across consultants, technical specialists, third-party partners and customers.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality.
• Support commercial performance and identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships.
• Mentor and coach the team, sharing knowledge and promoting delivery best practice.
• Support wider programme delivery and continuous improvement initiatives across the PM function.

Job description

Senior IT Project Manager

Remote | UK Travel as Required

£65,000 - £80,000 + Excellent Benefits + £5,000 Car Allowance & 9 day working fortnight!

Looking to take the next step beyond traditional Project Management?

If you're an experienced IT Project Manager who enjoys leading complex technology projects, managing multiple client engagements and mentoring others, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

We're looking for a hands-on Senior IT Project Manager to join an award-winning Microsoft Solutions Partner, delivering business-critical digital transformation projects for a diverse client base.

This isn't just about project delivery. It's an opportunity to become a trusted advisor to customers, support the development of the wider Project Management team, and broaden your experience towards Programme Management and Delivery Leadership.

If you enjoy leading from the front, working closely with customers and helping others succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Company

Our client is an award-winning Microsoft Solutions Partner, helping organisations modernise the way they work through Microsoft technologies including Microsoft 365, Azure, Dynamics 365, Power Platform and Copilot.

They've built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality digital transformation programmes whilst creating an exceptional culture where collaboration, learning and career progression are genuinely encouraged.

The Role

As a Senior IT Project Manager, you'll lead multiple Microsoft technology and digital transformation projects simultaneously, taking ownership from pre-sales through mobilisation, delivery, commercial control and successful handover.

Alongside project delivery, you'll work closely with the Head of Delivery to help improve Project Management standards, mentor colleagues and support the ongoing development of the wider delivery team.

You'll remain hands-on throughout the project lifecycle whilst gaining exposure to larger programmes and wider delivery governance, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop towards Programme Management.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver multiple end-to-end IT and digital transformation projects simultaneously.


• Manage the full project lifecycle from pre-sales through delivery and successful client handover.


• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders.


• Manage project governance, planning, RAID logs, budgets, forecasting, reporting, risks and change control.


• Lead cross-functional teams across consultants, technical specialists, third-party partners and customers.


• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality.


• Support commercial performance and identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships.


• Mentor and coach the team, sharing knowledge and promoting delivery best practice.


• Support wider programme delivery and continuous improvement initiatives across the PM function.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience delivering multiple concurrent IT or Digital Transformation projects.


• Experience delivering Microsoft-focused projects involving Microsoft 365, Azure, Dynamics 365, Power Platform or Copilot.


• Consultancy, Professional Services or Managed Services experience.


• Strong understanding of project governance, RAID management, budgeting, forecasting, financial control and commercial delivery.


• Experience managing multiple stakeholders, suppliers and technical delivery teams.


• Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall and hybrid delivery methodologies.


• Business analysis awareness with the ability to challenge and shape requirements.


• Experience mentoring, coaching or supporting other Project Managers.


• Exposure to Programme Management or large-scale transformation programmes would be highly advantageous.


• PRINCE2, APM or Agile certifications are desirable.

Why Join?

• Fully Remote Working


• £5,000 Car Allowance


• 9-Day Fortnight (Every Other Friday Off)


• Private Medical, Life Assurance & Healthcare Cash Plan


• Annual Learning & Development Budget


• Career Development Framework


• Genuine Progression Towards Programme & Delivery Leadership


• Opportunity to Mentor and Shape the Project Management Team


• Award-Winning Culture Recognised as a Great Place to Work

Ready for Your Next Challenge?

If you're an experienced IT Project Manager looking for more than just project delivery-someone who wants to mentor others, influence delivery standards and progress towards Programme Management within an award-winning Microsoft consultancy-we'd love to hear from you.