Head of IT Projects - Stafford / Cheshire
Are you passionate about leading cutting-edge technology and change projects? Do you have a knack for guiding teams towards successful IT implementations? We're recruiting for a brand-new role for Head of IT Projects to help shape the future of a multi-million-pound turnover business.
The Role:
The Head of IT Projects will establish the IT Project Management Office and ensure that it provides comprehensive and well governed delivery, support, and assurance of the IT Change Portfolio. The role will also develop and manage the IT project management standards, processes, and tools as well as project managing the delivery of projects.
We are looking for a candidate who is based in and around the Cheshire / Midlands area as there will be travel to a multiple different sites, with a WFH policy when not required on site.
As the Head of IT Projects, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and executing a wide range of IT and IT Change initiatives. Working closely with the leadership team, ensuring the successful delivery of projects on time and within budget. Your responsibilities will include:
Ownership and management of the IT Change Portfolio; ensuring effective delivery of portfolio items, progress tracking, risk management and escalation of delivery issues.
Defining and embedding frameworks, processes, and standards in relation to the lifecycle of IT projects, iterative releases, and testing.
Engaging with key Business and/or IT stakeholders to create viable business cases that allow for informed judgements around approval and prioritisation of the resulting IT Change Portfolio items.
Project Management: Develop and execute project plans, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Team Leadership, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Resource Allocation: Efficiently allocate resources and manage budgets for IT projects. Performance Monitoring: Track project progress, identify and mitigate risks, and report on key performance metrics. Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment with project objectives.
What we're Looking For: The client doesn't believe in checkboxes, and they encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. They are looking for someone with a strong passion for technology and a proven track record in IT project management, ideally displaying some of the following qualities.
Leadership: Inspire and lead diverse teams with a focus on collaboration and inclusivity. Strategic Vision: Ability to align IT projects with the company's strategic goals. Technical Expertise: A strong understanding of IT systems and technologies. Communication: Excellent communication skills to engage with a wide array of stakeholders. Problem Solving: Proactive in identifying and resolving project-related challenges.
Apply now to help them drive the future of IT projects! Your journey begins here.
jon.brass @circlerecruitment .com
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