Network Project Manager

Network Project Manager

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Summary: The Network Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of network-related initiatives within the organization, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope. This role requires coordination among cross-functional teams and alignment with business objectives. The position is hybrid, based in London, and involves managing various network infrastructure projects. The contract duration is three months, starting ASAP.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, manage, and deliver network infrastructure projects (e.g., LAN/WAN, data centre, cloud connectivity, security, and network upgrades).
  • Lead projects involving cloud network architectures, including VPC/VNet design, site-to-site VPNs, client VPNs, Direct Connect/ExpressRoute, and hybrid environments.
  • Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
  • Coordinate with architects, network engineers, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure technical and operational alignment.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, risk registers, and status reports.
  • Track project progress, manage dependencies, and proactively address risks and issues.
  • Oversee vendor performance and deliverables related to network projects.
  • Facilitate project meetings, including kick-off, status updates, and post-implementation reviews.
  • Ensure projects comply with organisational governance standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage change control processes and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
  • Support network documentation, handover to operations, and post-deployment validation.

Key Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3-7 years of project management experience, with a strong focus on network or infrastructure projects.
  • Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, etc.).
  • Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environments.
  • Strong communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Project, Teams, Jira, Smartsheet, or similar).

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Retail

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title: Network Project Manager
Start date: ASAP
Contract: 3 month
Location: Hybrid (London)

Sector: Retail



Overview
We are seeking an experienced Network Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of network-related initiatives across the organisation. This role is responsible for coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines and ensuring network projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with required business objectives.



Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, manage, and deliver network infrastructure projects (e.g., LAN/WAN, data centre, cloud connectivity, security, and network upgrades).
  • Lead projects involving cloud network architectures, including VPC/VNet design, site-to-site VPNs, client VPNs, Direct Connect/ExpressRoute, and hybrid environments.
  • Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
  • Coordinate with architects, network engineers, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure technical and operational alignment.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, risk registers, and status reports.
  • Track project progress, manage dependencies, and proactively address risks and issues.
  • Oversee vendor performance and deliverables related to network projects.
  • Facilitate project meetings, including kick-off, status updates, and post-implementation reviews.
  • Ensure projects comply with organisational governance standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage change control processes and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
  • Support network documentation, handover to operations, and post-deployment validation.



Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3-7 years of project management experience, with a strong focus on network or infrastructure projects.
  • Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, etc.).
  • Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced environments.
  • Strong communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Project, Teams, Jira, Smartsheet, or similar).


Preferred Qualifications

  • Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or similar).
  • Experience working with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Familiarity with ITIL or service management frameworks.


Key Skills and Competencies

  • Project planning and execution
  • Network and cloud project delivery
  • Hybrid and cloud networking fundamentals
  • Risk and issue management
  • Technical fluency in networking concepts
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Clear, effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
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