Project Manager

DV security clearance required - please do not apply if you do not hold current DV security clearance.

Location: Cheltenham or Manchester (3-4 days per week on site)
Contract: Inside IR35
Duration: 12 months+
Start: ASAP
Hours: 30-37.5 hours per week
Rate: £65-£85 per hour
Security Clearance: DV level required

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our SIG division, delivering high-profile projects embedded within major client programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to lead complex projects, work with diverse stakeholder groups, and play a key role in driving digital transformation and innovative delivery.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring delivery to agreed time, cost and quality standards. Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams, you'll lead project delivery, manage risks and budgets, and build strong stakeholder relationships across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery across complex programmes.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and change.
• Lead and motivate project teams, including distributed and Agile teams.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Deliver high-quality project reporting and financial forecasting.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards.

About You

You'll have:

• APMP or PRINCE2 qualification.
• Experience leading projects through the full project lifecycle.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience managing project finances, forecasting and risk.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies (highly desirable).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience using project management tools and best practices.
• A collaborative leadership style with a customer-focused approach