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# IT Project Manager

- **Company:** University of Lancashire
- **Location:** Preston, UK
- **Salary:** £42,254.0 - £48,822.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c986765eb761c66d

## About the Role

You will be able to effectively demonstrate proven experience of successfully delivering significant and complex IT projects, with a strong understanding of both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. You will be an effective leader, able to motivate and manage cross-functional teams while confidently engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership. You will possess excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes. Applicants will hold an undergraduate degree in an IT-related discipline or have equivalent experiential learning.

Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience and the written elements of your application should accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience.

## Description

As an IT Project Manager within Learning and Information Services you will play a key role in delivering a diverse portfolio of digital and technology initiatives that support the University's strategic ambitions. You will be responsible for leading projects from initiation through to successful delivery, managing scope, timelines, budgets, and risks while working closely with stakeholders across academic and professional services. This is an opportunity to operate in a dynamic environment, driving impactful change, improving services, and ensuring projects deliver tangible value to the University community.


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