IT Project Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and security-conscious IT Project Manager to drive the successful delivery of critical, high-impact technology projects across our clients organisation. This is a unique opportunity to work remotely, managing complex IT streams while maintaining the security integrity required for sensitive environments. You will be an articulate and pragmatic self-starter, comfortable managing projects from initiation through to closure, and acting as the central communication point for technical teams and senior stakeholders., * Project Delivery & Governance: Lead the full project lifecycle for complex IT/Technology initiatives (e.g., infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, security implementations), ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and to the required quality and security standards.

• SC Environment Management: Ensure all project activities adhere strictly to the governance and security protocols required for an SC-cleared environment.
• Stakeholder Management: Manage and communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including technical architects, security teams, third-party vendors, and senior leadership.
• Risk & Issue Management: Proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, devising mitigation strategies and escalating where necessary.
• Financial & Resource Management: Accurately forecast, monitor, and control project budgets, and manage the allocation and utilisation of project resources.
• Methodology: Utilise and champion appropriate project delivery methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) tailored to the specific project need.
• Travel & Engagement: Attend mandatory face-to-face project steering meetings and workshops in a major UK city at least one day per month to maintain collaboration and project momentum.

• Active Security Clearance: Must hold valid and active Security Check (SC) clearance. Candidates without this clearance cannot be considered.
• Experience: 3-7 years of demonstrable experience as an IT Project Manager, ideally within a defence, government, or highly-regulated sector.
• Technical Fluency: A strong understanding of IT landscapes, including infrastructure, cloud technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP), networking, and cyber security principles. You don't need to be a technician, but you must speak the language.
• Methodologies: Proven experience with recognised Project Management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP) and working in an Agile (Scrum/Kanban) environment.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a talent for translating technical complexities into clear business-focused updates.
• Organisation: Outstanding organisational, planning, and time-management abilities, adept at juggling multiple priorities in a dynamic remote setting.

Desirable Skills

• Formal Project Management certification (e.g., PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP, APM PPQ).
• Experience with a recognised Programme Management Office (PMO) structure.
• Experience in bid support or managing external supplier contracts.