The role
The key deliverable for this assignment will be the development and authoring of a business case.
You will work closely with customer stakeholders and internal ICT teams, gathering and evaluating information and ensuring the business case is developed effectively.
Alongside this immediate deliverable, the wider Senior Project Manager remit can include the management and delivery of complex ICT projects, working with internal teams, external suppliers and public-sector stakeholders.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the development and delivery of a detailed business case
- Engaging with customer and ICT stakeholders to gather requirements and information
- Working collaboratively with senior stakeholders and technical teams
- Evaluating information and developing clear recommendations
- Managing project activity within established governance and project management frameworks
- Identifying and managing project risks, dependencies and issues
- Producing appropriate project documentation and reporting
- Supporting effective planning, financial control and delivery
- Ensuring appropriate project management standards and governance are maintained
What you'll need to succeed
You will be an experienced Project Manager with a background in delivering complex ICT projects within a large organisation.
You should be able to demonstrate: Significant project management experience within a large organisation
- Experience of leading an ICT project valued at more than £100,000, or a complex work stream within an ICT project/programme valued at more than £5 million
- Strong experience of managing and engaging a diverse range of stakeholders
- Experience of managing and leading organisational change
- At least three years' experience managing teams
- A recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2, MSP, PMP or equivalent
- Broad technical knowledge and an understanding of developments within technology and IT services
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
What you'll get in return
This is an initial 3-4 month assignment, running to February 2027, with the potential for extension.
The role will be based in Belfast City Centre, reporting to a Programme Manager.
Interviews are expected to take place via Microsoft Teams, with the successful candidate required to start as soon as possible.