Project Manager
Posted Today by Haystack
£575 Per day
Inside
Remote
United Kingdom
Summary: This role is for a Project Manager specializing in Digital Change within a major public sector organization in the UK. The position involves leading a digital transformation project utilizing Agile and Waterfall methodologies, focusing on the implementation of a PowerBI-based reporting ecosystem. The successful candidate will manage stakeholder engagement and ensure user adoption across multiple directorates before a 2026 milestone. This is a remote position offering a competitive day rate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the strategic implementation of a digital tool built on Power Apps and PowerBI.
- Orchestrate complex stakeholder engagement strategies across multiple directorates.
- Facilitate high-level workshops for process mapping and translate requirements into actionable features.
- Direct the creation and delivery of training programs and user support guidance.
- Manage collaboration between development teams and Change Managers to ensure project timelines and budgets are met.
Key Skills:
- Proven track record as a Project Manager in Digital Change and System Implementation.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform technologies, specifically PowerBI and Power Apps.
- Expertise in both Waterfall and Agile delivery frameworks.
- Strong proficiency in MS Teams and SharePoint.
- Elite stakeholder management skills and ability to influence senior leadership.
Salary (Rate): £575 daily
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Project Manager - Waterfall/Agile/Digital | Remote | £550 - £575/day
We're working with one of the UK’s largest and most influential public sector organizations on this exciting opportunity. This is a high-impact contract role where you will pivot between Agile and Waterfall methodologies to spearhead a massive digital transformation across five major directorates. As a Digital Change Project Manager, you will be the driving force behind the nationwide rollout of a bespoke PowerBI-based reporting ecosystem. This isn't just about ticking boxes; it’s about leading complex stakeholder mapping, managing technical implementation via Power Apps, and ensuring seamless adoption for thousands of users before the 2026 milestone.
The Role
- Lead the strategic implementation of a high-visibility digital tool built on Power Apps and PowerBI, serving as the central reporting engine for all organizational change initiatives.
- Orchestrate complex stakeholder engagement strategies across multiple directorates, utilizing MS Teams and SharePoint to bridge the gap between technical development and user adoption.
- Facilitate high-level workshops for process mapping "as-is" states, translating organizational requirements into actionable product features for subsequent software releases.
- Direct the creation and delivery of comprehensive training programs and user support guidance, ensuring feedback loops are integrated into the product roadmap.
- Manage cross-functional collaboration between development teams and Change Managers to ensure the 2026 rollout remains on track and under budget.
What You'll Need
- Proven track record as a Project Manager delivering complex Digital Change and System Implementation projects within a large-scale enterprise or government environment.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform technologies, specifically PowerBI and Power Apps, to manage data-driven reporting tools.
- Expertise in both Waterfall and Agile delivery frameworks, with the ability to navigate "Inside IR35" reporting structures and compliance.
- Strong proficiency in MS Teams for remote delivery and SharePoint for content management and stakeholder documentation.
- Elite stakeholder management skills with the ability to facilitate technical workshops and influence senior leadership across diverse business units.
What's On Offer
- Competitive day rate of £550 - £575 (Inside IR35) for a long-term strategic project.
- 100% remote working flexibility, providing a modern work-life balance while contributing to a mission-critical public service.
- The opportunity to own a high-profile digital transformation from development completion through to full-scale national adoption.
Apply via Haystack today!