Senior Project Manager

A leading Independent IT Infrastructure and Services Consultancy are looking for a highly experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong track record of self-driving, end-to-end delivery of large-scale, complex technology programmes.

Based in Hatfield (Hybrid - 2/3 days per week)Inside IR35ASAP startRole OverviewThe successful candidate will demonstrate extensive experience across major-scale software implementations, enterprise application upgrades, security initiatives, infrastructure transformations, and cloud-based solutions, operating in both Waterfall and Agile delivery environments.The role requires ownership of projects from initiation through to closure, managing internal service providers, third-party suppliers, and senior business stakeholders.Based in Head Office in Hatfield, with flexibility to support stakeholder engagement as required.The SPM will lead and deliver concurrent, high-value programmes including:- Enterprise-wide software and platform implementations- Major application upgrade and modernisation programmes (on-premise to cloud, legacy to SaaS, version upgrades)- Security, infrastructure, and hybrid IT transformation initiativesThis role demands strong governance, commercial awareness, technical credibility, and executive-level communication skills.Key ResponsibilitiesWork with requestors and senior stakeholders to define and shape large-scale project scope, objectives, success criteria, and outcomes; producing robust business cases, delivery plans, budgets, and resource models.Lead major software implementation and upgrade programmes, including vendor-led and multi-supplier environments, ensuring alignment with business strategy and enterprise architecture.Manage full project lifecycle delivery, including requirements definition, design, build, test, deployment, data migration, cutover, and post-implementation support.Demonstrate strong organisational capability, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously at different stages of delivery.Provide clear, concise, and confident communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Deliver executive-level reporting and governance, including steering committees, RAID management, financial tracking, and benefits realisation.Drive internal teams and external suppliers to maintain momentum, resolve dependencies, and deliver against agreed milestones.Lead information security-related initiatives, with a proven track record of delivering security controls, compliance, and risk remediation projects.Deliver infrastructure and platform projects across server infrastructure, VMware, networking, cloud (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and end-user computing, including integration with enterprise applications.Apply Project Management best practices using Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid methodologies, defining workstreams, sprints, release plans, and tracking delivery progress.Operate effectively in a remote and hybrid working environment, managing geographically dispersed teams.Skills and Knowledge RequiredSenior Project Manager who thrives in complex environments, is comfortable leading transformational change, and has a passion for delivering large-scale software and technology programmes that drive measurable business value.Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale software implementations and major application upgrade programmes, including ERP, CRM, line-of-business systems, and cloud-based platforms.Familiarity with modern technologies and the ability to articulate their business benefits in line with propositions.Demonstrable track record of delivering complex, high-risk, multi-million-pound assignments with multiple successful outcomes.Strong commercial awareness, including supplier management, contract governance, and financial control.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build, maintain, and influence relationships at all levels.Ability to apply a variety of influencing and leadership techniques to achieve positive stakeholder outcomes.High emotional intelligence, with the flexibility to adapt communication and leadership style to different audiences and to resolve conflict effectively.Strong understanding of the wider business, technical, and strategic context of programmes, with the ability to report confidently at C-level and executive forums.Ability to clearly articulate the value of project management and programme governance to both internal and external customers.A minimum of five years' experience at SPM level demonstrating the above skills.Qualifications & CertificationsFormal Project Management certification such as PMP or PRINCE2Strong knowledge of Agile delivery frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)ITIL certification preferred

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