Project Manager, Operations Manager, IT Project Manager

Position Overview

Project Manager – Redcentric – 18‑month fixed‑term assignment (UK based only). The role sits on the Procurement Team to support a Transition Services Agreement (TSA) following the sale of the Data Centre business. The Project Manager will oversee the TSA governance, contract compliance, communications, exit planning, and additional procurement cost‑saving initiatives.

• Act as TSA Manager
  • Own and set up end‑to‑end TSA governance and delivery.
  • Act as the primary point of contact between Redcentric MSP and Data Centres.
  • Lead, manage and coordinate delivery of commitments to DC under the TSA.
  • Monitor service delivery, SLAs, costs, and timelines.
  • Escalate and resolve disputes or performance issues.
  • Oversee TSA exit planning and transition to steady‑state operations.
• Act as TSA PMO
  • Maintain TSA tracker (services, SLAs, end dates, extensions).
  • Identify, assess and manage project performance, risks, and issues; implement mitigation strategies and report to the Leadership Team.
  • Support documentation and change control.
  • Coordinate cross‑functional dependencies and exit readiness.
• Act as Contract Manager
  • Interpret TSA clauses and resolve disputes.
  • Manage amendments, extensions and termination notices.
  • Ensure alignment with broader separation agreements.
• Change & Communications Lead
  • Communicate TSA timelines, changes and risks.
  • Support handover to permanent service providers.
  • Manage expectations across both organisations.
• Plan for Exit
  • Define and track exit milestones.
  • Coordinate cutover activities and decommissioning.
• Other Project Management/Procurement Initiatives
  • Lead and deliver multiple ad‑hoc projects within the Procurement function, creating efficiencies and cost savings.
  • Provide oversight and strategic review of MSA performance and effectiveness.

• Proven experience in project management, ideally within procurement, supply chain or business transformation environments.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience managing transitions, supplier onboarding/offboarding or service migration projects.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana or similar).
• Solid understanding of procurement processes and contract lifecycle management.
• Highly collaborative and team‑oriented approach.
• Detail‑focused with a proactive mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for delivery.

The company’s standard working hours are 9:00‑5:30 Monday‑Thursday and 9:00‑3:30 Friday, with flexibility required. The role will demand occasional travel within the UK and working away from home when business needs dictate.