Technical Project Manager

iO Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A major policing organisation is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager for a 6-month contract based in London. The role involves leading the upgrade and implementation of the Airwave communications system. The successful candidate will coordinate complex technical delivery and manage stakeholder relationships to ensure compliance with security requirements. Candidates must have proven experience in policing or emergency services, with SC clearance required and NPPV3 highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Project Manager in policing, emergency services, or regulated environments.
• Hands-on experience delivering Airwave system upgrades or implementations.
• Ability to manage technical and operational workstreams simultaneously.
• Holding SC clearance is required; NPPV3 highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end upgrade and implementation of the Airwave system.
• Oversee technical integrations, configuration, and rollout activities.
• Coordinate with teams, policing units, and external suppliers.
• Manage risks, issues, timelines, and reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with police communication frameworks.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management

Technical delivery

Job description

Technical Project Manager

Contract: 6 months | Up to £550 per day | Outside IR35 | London (3-5 days per week on-site)

Our client, a major policing organisation, is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to lead the upgrade and implementation of their Airwave communications system. You'll take a hands-on leadership role, coordinating technical delivery, managing stakeholders, and ensuring the project is delivered on time, on budget, and in line with security requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end upgrade and implementation of the Airwave system.
• Oversee technical integrations, configuration, and rollout activities.
• Coordinate with internal teams, policing units, and external suppliers.
• Manage risks, issues, timelines, and reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with police communications and security frameworks.
• Drive delivery across complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Technical Project Manager in policing, emergency services, or similarly regulated environments.
• Hands-on experience delivering Airwave system upgrades or implementations.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage technical and operational workstreams simultaneously.
• SC clearance required; NPPV3 highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile policing project and make a tangible impact on operational communications.