Project Manager, IT Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Project Manager - Higher Education £50,0006 Month FTCEast Midlands (Hybrid working) We are partnering with a large, progressive organisation to recruit a Project Manager into a growing Digital & Technology function. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and deliver a range of digital, infrastructure, and business change projects within a complex environment. You’ll take ownership of projects from initiation through to delivery, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and aligned to wider organisational priorities

Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end delivery of projects , from business case through to implementation and closure Develop and maintain project plans, milestones, RAID logs, and KPIs to track progress and risks Apply and champion Agile and best practice project management methodologies Monitor performance against timelines, budgets, and objectives , ensuring transparency and control Build strong relationships and manage engagement with stakeholders across the organisation Provide clear and concise reporting to governance forums, project boards, and senior stakeholders Oversee project risks, dependencies, and issues, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are in place Support procurement activities and ensure compliance with organisational policies and standards Key Skills and Experience We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced delivery environment and is confident managing multiple projects and stakeholders.

Essential:
Proven experience delivering end-to-end digital, IT, or transformation projects Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches) Experience managing budgets, resources, risks, and project governance Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills , including working with senior leaders Ability to lead and coordinate project teams to deliver high-quality Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions Desirable:
Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, MSP )

Experience with in higher education or large, complex organisations If you’re a delivery-focused Project Manager looking for your next challenge within a dynamic and evolving organisation, please apply using the link provided.