Project Manager - Higher Education
£50,000
6 Month FTC
East Midlands (Hybrid working)
We are partnering with a large, progressive organisation to recruit a Project Manager into a growing Digital & Technology function. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and deliver a range of digital, infrastructure, and business change projects within a complex environment.
You'll take ownership of projects from initiation through to delivery, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and aligned to wider organisational priorities
Key Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end delivery of projects, from business case through to implementation and closure
Develop and maintain project plans, milestones, RAID logs, and KPIs to track progress and risks
Apply and champion Agile and best practice project management methodologies
Monitor performance against timelines, budgets, and objectives, ensuring transparency and control
Build strong relationships and manage engagement with stakeholders across the organisation
Provide clear and concise reporting to governance forums, project boards, and senior stakeholders
Oversee project risks, dependencies, and issues, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are in place
Support procurement activities and ensure compliance with organisational policies and standardsKey Skills and Experience
We're looking for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced delivery environment and is confident managing multiple projects and stakeholders.
Essential:
Proven experience delivering end-to-end digital, IT, or transformation projects
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches)
Experience managing budgets, resources, risks, and project governance
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including working with senior leaders
Ability to lead and coordinate project teams to deliver high-quality
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisionsDesirable:
Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, MSP)
Experience within higher education or large, complex organisationsIf you're a delivery-focused Project Manager looking for your next challenge within a dynamic and evolving organisation, please apply using the link provided