Windows Server Upgrade

Job Title: IT Project Manager – Windows 11 Upgrade

Location: London (3 days per week onsite)

Duration: 3–6 month initial contract (likely extension)

Start: ASAP

Salary: Dependent on experience

We are supporting a large, global professional services organisation undergoing a significant technology transformation. As part of this, they are looking to bring in experienced IT Project Managers to support a business-critical End User Technology programme.

This role will focus on delivering a firmwide Windows 11 upgrade ahead of the Windows 10 end-of-life deadline. The objective is to ensure a controlled, low-disruption rollout across a large user base while maintaining business continuity and meeting security and compliance standards.

Key responsibilities:

Own and manage the end to end delivery of a Windows 11 upgrade programme

Develop and maintain detailed delivery plans aligned to business priorities

Coordinate device readiness activities including hardware and application compatibility

Work closely with infrastructure, end user computing, security and service desk teams

Act as the central point of coordination between IT and business stakeholders

Manage rollout, pilot groups, testing and go-live activities

Oversee hypercare support and ensure smooth transition into BAU

Identify and mitigate risks, including application compatibility and capacity constraints

Maintain RAID logs, reporting and provide clear updates to senior stakeholders

Support change and communications, ensuring users are prepared for the upgrade

Key requirements:

Proven experience delivering large scale Windows 10 to 11 or similar OS upgrade programmes

Strong end to end IT project delivery experience within infrastructure or EUC environments

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Experience working within professional services, legal or financial services environments preferred

Relevant project management certifications such as PRINCE2, PMP or Agile