Tech & Digital

IT Project Manager

  • Location

    London

  • Sector:

    Product, Project & Exec

  • Job type:

    Contract

  • Salary:

    £500 - £550 per day

  • Contact:

    James Burchill

  • Contact email:

    j.burchill@ioassociates.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    BBBH147689_1728057634

Job Title: IT Project Manager (Laptop Deployment)
Location: Greater London (Hybrid)
Rate: Up to £550/day (Inside IR35)
Start Date: End of October 2024
Duration: 6 months (with potential extension)
Overview:
Seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead a large-scale laptop deployment (5,000 devices) for a local authority. This hybrid role involves overseeing all aspects of the deployment, from procurement to rollout, ensuring smooth delivery within project timelines and budget.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the full lifecycle of a 5,000 laptop deployment.
  • Develop and maintain a project plan and budget.
  • Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
  • Oversee procurement, logistics, and distribution.
  • Mitigate risks and troubleshoot deployment issues.
  • Provide regular updates and ensure compliance with IT security standards.
  • Post-deployment support and project closure.

Essential Skills:

  • Proven experience in large-scale IT deployments.
  • Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2).
  • Vendor management and IT infrastructure experience.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

  • Local authority experience.
  • Certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).

This role requires flexibility between on-site and remote work and is inside IR35.