IT Project Manager - West Yorkshire
We are currently looking for an IT Project Manager to come and join one of the most interesting Local Authority organisations in the area. They are currently setting up multiple projects to increase their business and also their local reach within the community
They are looking for someone with previous experience of leading and managing high-profile projects which are part of wider organisational change and projects.
This would be a great role for someone who is looking for progression, responsibility, care and a place where they really want to have an impact on their team and business. There are clear progression paths and the ability to launch and create your own projects.
The role:
- Lead the planning and delivery of medium/high profile ICT projects which form part of a wider ICT technology programme for the organisation,
- Be the Case Officer on medium/high profile projects.
- Work in partnership with external partners to achieve joint objectives.
- Design, implement and maintain the systems required for delivering the objectives of your function to support the Combined Authority in achieving its vision.
- Take a pro-active corporate role in the management of your function including participating in delivering your directorate's objectives.
- Demonstrate commitment to corporate processes and ensure these are delivered at all times.
Essential Experience:
- 5+ years' experience as a Project Manager (Council/ Local Authority would be beneficial)
- Experience of a broad range of ICT technologies including networking, hardware & infrastructure, Operating systems and enterprise voice systems.
- A working knowledge of ICT statutory, legislative requirements and standards (e.g. ICT security principles, ISO27001, PSN).
- Proven Contract and Project Management skills, and knowledge of a variety of techniques and good practice.
- Significant experience of procurement procedures, including OJEU, and working with legal advisors to negotiate contracts.
- Knowledge of ICT best practices with ITIL Foundation qualification.
- Knowledge of applying a wide range of complex procedures to deliver medium/high profile projects, including financial systems and procedures, and reporting to Government.
If this sounds like you, apply above and we'll be in touch.
Interviews will be up and running next week and the start date for the role can be flexible!