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Job Title: IT Network Infrastructure Project Manager
Location: London
Employment Type: 1-year Contract - PAYE
Work Schedule: Full-time, 3 days a week in the office. with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required
About the Role
We are seeking a hands-on IT Network Infrastructure Project Manager from financial service to lead the delivery of a high-impact technology infrastructure project involving the build and renovation of a new office tower in London. This role will be responsible for the full lifecycle planning, coordination, and execution of all IT infrastructure installations, including voice and data hardware, cabling, and core network systems.
This is not a reporting or PMO role, nor is it a Scrum Master, engineering, or network architect position. You will own the end-to-end delivery of the project and act as the central point of accountability for successful execution.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate all phases of infrastructure projects: planning, procurement, logistics, implementation, and final delivery
* Oversee the installation of network and telecommunication equipment, including voice/data hardware and structured cabling
* Manage stakeholder relationships across internal teams and external vendors
* Create and maintain detailed project schedules, track deliverables, and manage risks and issue logs
* Partner with engineering and operations teams to gather requirements and define high-level design plans
* Manage hardware procurement, vendor delivery timelines, and staging processes
* Own and administer Technology Change Management (TCM) tickets
* Prepare and deliver regular project status updates to stakeholders
* Coordinate UAT (User Acceptance Testing) and obtain BAU (Business As Usual) signoffs
* Work flexible hours including Friday evenings and Saturdays, as required during key installation phases
About You
* A confident, self-starting individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment
* Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
* Excellent communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
* Able to lead initiatives independently and take full ownership of project delivery
* Comfortable working under pressure while managing multiple workstreams simultaneously
Required Skills & Experience
* 10-12 years of experience in IT infrastructure or telecom project management
* Background in financial services or consulting environments
* Proven track record in office builds, branch renovations, restacks, or relocations
* Technical knowledge of network hardware (e.g. Cisco, Arista)
* Experience with data center builds, network integrations, and cabling infrastructure
Proficiency in
* ServiceNow and other ticketing/change management tools
* Strong vendor and contractor management experience
* Skilled in hardware procurement and logistics coordination
Nice to Have
* Bachelor\'s Degree or equivalent qualification
* Experience with Dark Fiber, WAN, LAN technologies
* Familiarity with data center consolidations or decommissions
* Prior experience coordinating technology deliverables within corporate real estate or construction projects
* This is not a team management or people leadership role
* This is not a PMO, Scrum Master, Engineering, or Network Architect position
* You will be the leader of the project event, with full ownership and accountability for delivery
If you’re an experienced infrastructure project manager looking to lead a business-critical transformation, we’d love to hear from you.
We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to support you. Please reach out to us at adjustments@robertwalters.com to discuss further.
This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
* Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
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