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IT Technical Project Manager
at Bellrock Property and Facilities Management Manchester in Manchester (Published at 23-10-2023)
IT Technical Project Manager
At Bellrock, we harness technology to give our customers an experience that not only leaves them with advanced building systems, but with peace of mind, and we unlock that by being technology-led but people-driven. When you’re part of Bellrock, you’ll get everything you need to be your best at work - because our people are the heart of our business and we’re all about helping them to shine.
We're recruiting for an exceptional IT Technical Project Manager to join our team. As a key player in our organisation, you will have the opportunity to lead and shape the success of critical IT projects. If you're a dynamic, hands-on professional with a passion for project excellence and a strong technical background, we want you to be the linchpin of our next phase of expansion.
How will you be the change?
We believe every role is essential to providing that peace of mind for our customers - whatever part of the business you’re in - every role plays a part in driving us further and everyone can be the change. That’s how we deliver value for our customers, and building systems that lead the way.
And as an IT Technical Project Manager with Bellrock you’ll do it by…
The IT Technical Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing IT projects within the organisation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, engineers, business analysts, and stakeholders, to ensure project success. Your role will encompass project planning, resource management, risk assessment, and effective communication.
- Project Planning and Initiation: You will define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, create detailed project plans, allocate necessary resources, and align projects with organizational goals.
- Team Management: You will assemble project teams, assign roles, and provide leadership and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identifying potential project risks and developing strategies to mitigate them is a crucial part of your role. You'll continuously monitor and manage risks, proactively addressing issues that may arise.
- Communication and Stakeholder Management: You'll serve as the primary point of contact for project-related communication, keeping stakeholders updated on project status, progress, and milestones while managing expectations and resolving conflicts when necessary.
- Budget and Resource Management: Your responsibilities will include developing and managing project budgets, monitoring expenses, and ensuring cost-effectiveness. You'll also oversee resource allocation and utilisation for optimal project performance.
- Quality Assurance: Ensuring that project deliverables meet quality standards and specifications is essential. You'll implement quality control processes and conduct regular reviews to maintain quality throughout the project.
- Project Execution and Monitoring: You'll oversee the execution of project tasks, monitor progress, and make adjustments as needed to keep projects on track. Additionally, you'll maintain accurate project documentation.
- Change Management: Managing changes to project scope, schedule, or objectives is part of your role. You'll assess the impact of changes and obtain approval from relevant stakeholders.
- Project Closure: After project completion, you'll conduct evaluations and post-implementation reviews, ensuring all project documentation is complete and archived. You'll also celebrate project successes and document lessons learned.
What does it take?
If you’re ready to be the energy that helps us build our business, share our success, and really own it as an IT Technical Project Manager you’ll need…
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management in an enterprise environment with a focus on supplier management and negotiations.
- Practical, technical hands-on knowledge of Windows Server and Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Intune, Auto Pilot, Office 365, VMware, Enterprise Backup and Disaster Recovery solutions, patching, Networking, Firewalling, Load Balancing and general IT Security / AI best practices, Telephony IP platforms (Genesys or similar), SD-WAN and MPLS.
- Experience of delivering SSO/MFA technologies for cloud software and solid understanding of best approach for rollout/management.
- Experience in M&A environment and the relating I.T. activities i.e., initial company review, migration plan, data audit, migration plans etc.
- Experience of BYOD planning/rollouts.
- Creation of documentation i.e., process-flow diagrams, site diagrams etc.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience in IT project management, with a track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile or Waterfall).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- PMP or PRINCE2 is desirable, other relevant certifications considered.
- Familiarity with project management software tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, Microsoft Project).
- Negotiation Skills: Demonstrated ability to secure favourable terms and conditions.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse complex situations and produce actionable solutions.
- Communication: Exceptional communication skills, especially in technical scenarios.
- Leadership & Accountability: Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Technical Aptitude: Keen understanding of specified technical areas and the ability to keep updated with new technologies.
- Organisational Skills: Exceptional ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
Working arrangements
We embrace smarter working practices which offer our employees the opportunity to work their hours flexibly and remotely where their roles and business needs allow. In this role, the successful candidate would be required to work from the Warrington Office and working pattern Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, based on 37.5 hours per week.
What can we offer you?
Upon joining Bellrock, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package including:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + 1 additional day as a thank you (enjoy it, it’s on us)
Life cover
LifeWorks employee assistance and wellness program
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Salary sacrifice schemes: Cycle to work and Techscheme
Holiday purchase scheme of additional 5 days per year
Committed to paying real living wage
Offers and discount scheme designed to save money on everyday shopping and essentials.
Free on-site parking.
Helping you to shine
We’ve always encouraged new and different perspectives, that also means making ours a workplace that encourages diverse and unique voices, where everyone feels welcome, included and supported to be themselves and achieve more.
So, if you join us, you’ll find an inclusive workplace that recognises your hard work, offers lots of learning and development, flexible and hybrid working and support for your wellbeing, as well as benefits that can make a difference to your life.
Ready to start shining?
Our people are our passion, so we’re all about helping them to shine. That means putting everything in place for you to have a rewarding career with us. You can go far in your career with us behind you and our business will grow, too. So, if you’re ready to start your career journey with Bellrock we’re ready to welcome you. It’s a great place to be - the light, the energy, the solution. You.
Apply today.