Project Manager - Data Centre & Network Infrastructure

9 Month Contract | Inside IR35 | circa £500 per day | Sheffield (3 days onsite)

Oliver James has partnered with a leading global banking organisation to support the delivery of critical infrastructure change. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in data centre and network infrastructure programmes.

This is a 9-month contract opportunity, offering circa £500 per day (inside IR35), based in Sheffield with three days per week onsite.

This role sits within a high-visibility technology function delivering large-scale infrastructure initiatives across a complex, regulated environment. It will suit someone who is delivery‑focused, comfortable operating in structured governance frameworks, and able to manage multiple stakeholders across technical and business teams. Immediate start preferred.

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of data centre and network infrastructure projects
• Manage project scope, timelines, budget, risks and dependencies
• Coordinate cross‑functional technical teams including network, infrastructure and operations
• Ensure delivery aligns with governance, regulatory and security standards
• Provide clear reporting to senior stakeholders and programme leadership
• Manage third‑party vendors and service providers where applicable
• Drive issue resolution and ensure timely escalation where required
• Proven experience delivering data centre migration, consolidation or transformation projects
• Strong background in network infrastructure projects (LAN/WAN, connectivity, hardware refresh, etc.)
• Demonstrable experience as a Project Manager within large, complex organisations
• Ability to manage technical stakeholders and translate technical detail into business impact
• Strong risk, dependency and financial management capability
• Experience working within structured change and governance frameworks
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with in financial services or a regulated environment
• Exposure to large‑scale enterprise infrastructure environments
• Knowledge of ITIL or related operational frameworks
• Familiarity with cloud migration programmes alongside on‑prem data centre estates
• Relevant project management certification (PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent)
• Experience working with global teams
• Ability to start at short notice

If this aligns with your experience and you are available at short notice, please apply with your latest CV.