Contract Project Manager – Hybrid | 3-Month Initial Contract | Outside IR35
We’re looking for an accomplished Contract Project Manager to join my client's team on a 3-month initial contract, with the potential for extension. This is a hybrid role, primarily based in Stafford (2–3 days/week), and is outside IR35.
About the Role
As a Contract Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of complex, multi-workstream IT projects for high-profile clients, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budget. You'll be instrumental in driving project governance, stakeholder engagement, and technical delivery coordination across enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery Leadership
Manage full lifecycle across multiple workstreams
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Drive project excellence and integration efforts
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Ensure delivery meets scope, timelines, and quality standards
Stakeholder Engagement
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Act as main point of contact for senior client stakeholders
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Facilitate governance forums and executive updates
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Build and maintain C-level relationships
Resource & Timeline Coordination
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Align internal/external resources to project needs
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Manage schedules, dependencies, and critical paths
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Coordinate across cross-functional teams
Technical Delivery Support
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Oversee CI/CD and Azure DevOps delivery
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Support Dynamics 365 integration and reporting
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Facilitate data migration and cloud deployment activities
What We’re Looking For
Essential Experience
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Proven IT project delivery within consultancy or enterprise settings
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Delivered complex technology projects on time and budget
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Experience with integrations, data migrations, and cloud platforms
Technical Knowledge
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Familiarity with ERP platforms (especially Dynamics 365, Workday)
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Understanding of cloud, CI/CD, and integration patterns
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Exposure to Azure DevOps and data transformation projects
Skills & Competencies
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Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management
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Comfortable presenting to and influencing executive stakeholders
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Experienced with project methodologies (Agile, Scrum, PRINCE2)
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Tools: Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project
Desirable
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Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, Agile
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Experience in financial services or regulatory sectors
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Background in digital transformation projects
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Familiarity with the Microsoft ecosystem
Working Arrangements & Benefits
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Hybrid working: 2–3 days on-site in Stafford with occasional client site travel to Hatfield
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Travel to client sites (expensed)
