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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior IT Project Manager - **Company:** FDM Group - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, RAID, Machine Learning, PRINCE2, Software Product Management, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, AI Platforms, Data Management, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** October 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/senior-it-project-manager/57466933 ## About the Role Must-Have * Proven experience delivering complex enterprise-wide technology transformation programmes * Extensive experience as a Senior IT Project Manager delivering large-scale business and technology change initiatives * Experience delivering AI, Automation, Intelligent Process Automation, Data, Digital, or Emerging Technology programmes * Strong understanding of AI implementation considerations beyond technology deployment, including governance, adoption, risk, compliance, support, and operational management * Experience establishing programme governance frameworks, operating models, and delivery controls * Demonstrable experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders through to Executive and Board level * Ability to manage multiple workstreams, competing priorities, and complex stakeholder environments * Strong project planning, programme management, RAID management, and reporting skills * Experience managing organisational change, communications, training, and business readiness activities * Excellent stakeholder management and workshop facilitation capabilities * Strong commercial awareness, including experience considering licensing, support, vendor, and operational cost implications * Ability to challenge constructively and influence decision-making at senior levels * Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and delivery focus * Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to present practical options and recommendations * Experience working with technology, architecture, security, data, legal, compliance, and operational teams * Proficiency with project management, governance, and reporting tools Nice to Have * Previous experience designing or implementing AI governance frameworks * Experience delivering Microsoft AI, Copilot, Generative AI, Machine Learning, or Intelligent Automation programmes * Knowledge of AI governance, responsible AI principles, risk management, and regulatory considerations * Experience within professional services, financial services, consultancy, or regulated environments * Familiarity with AI product assessment, vendor evaluation, and technology selection processes * Understanding of enterprise architecture and service management frameworks * Experience working with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies * PRINCE2 Practitioner, MSP, PMP, AgilePM, or equivalent project management qualification * Knowledge of ITIL, service transition, and operational support frameworks * Degree qualification in Technology, Business, Project Management, or a related discipline ## Description We are seeking a Senior IT Project Manager with proven experience delivering complex technology and business transformation programmes, ideally involving AI, intelligent automation, digital innovation, data platforms, or enterprise technology governance., * Leading delivery of the enterprise AI Governance Framework programme from mobilisation through to implementation * Defining programme structures, governance forums, delivery plans, milestones, dependencies, and reporting mechanisms * Working with business, technology, risk, legal, compliance, HR, and operational teams to establish AI governance principles and standards * Developing frameworks for assessing, approving, onboarding, managing, and retiring AI initiatives and products * Establishing decision-making processes for AI investment, risk management, compliance, and operational oversight * Managing multiple concurrent workstreams and stakeholder groups across business and technology functions * Supporting the evaluation of existing AI solutions and determining suitability for future organisational needs * Developing business cases, delivery approaches, operating models, and implementation roadmaps * Establishing programme controls, risk management, issue management, dependency management, and change governance processes * Managing communications, stakeholder engagement, and organisational change activities across the programme * Ensuring AI initiatives align with strategic business objectives, technology strategy, and regulatory requirements * Working with architecture, security, data, and operational teams to ensure appropriate controls are embedded * Supporting the development of service management, support, warranty, and transition models for AI-enabled services * Producing executive-level dashboards, status reports, programme updates, and governance materials * Facilitating workshops, steering committees, design sessions, and senior stakeholder forums * Managing third-party vendors and technology partners where required * Driving programme delivery against aggressive timelines and organisational objectives * Identifying delivery challenges early and presenting practical solution options to senior stakeholders * Managing by exception whilst maintaining focus on outcomes, benefits realisation, and business value