Contract Type: Contract - day rate inside IR35
Duration: 6 months
Start Date: asap
We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to support a programme of new retail store openings on a fixed-term basis. The successful candidate will take end-to-end ownership of technology delivery across multiple concurrent site launches — working with internal stakeholders, third-party vendors, and on-site teams to ensure each opening is delivered on time and to specification.
This is a fast-moving, hands-on role. The right person will be comfortable operating at pace, managing competing priorities, and keeping complex delivery programmes on track.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Own and drive project plans for new store technology deployments from pre-build through to go-live
* Manage stakeholder communication across internal teams, contractors, and suppliers
* Coordinate delivery of network infrastructure, retail technology (POS/EPOS), and AV systems across each site
* Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and issues; escalate appropriately
* Produce clear, timely project reporting for senior stakeholders
* Liaise across EMEA time zones to maintain programme momentum
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
* Demonstrable project management experience, ideally with a recognised methodology (PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent)
* Proven track record delivering technology projects in a retail environment
* New store openings experience is a strong advantage
* Practical knowledge of network infrastructure, retail technology, and AV systems
* Immediately available or able to start by 20 April 2025
* East coast based preferred to support EMEA coordination windows
* Strong communicator — able to manage multiple workstreams and diverse stakeholder groups simultaneously
ABOUT US:
A&O IT Group is an award-winning, fast-growth, global IT services and cyber security consultancy operating in over 130 countries. A&O IT Group is proud to sit within the Stock Exchange's Top 1000 most inspirational companies in the UK.
OUR VALUES:
Our team prides itself on our core values and commitment to doing the basics brilliantly. If you too strive to engage & delight, we would love to hear from you.