Job Introduction
The Information Technology (IT) Project Manager role sits within the IT Services Team reporting directly to the Head of the Programme Management Office (PMO) and will be responsible for delivering IT related projects of varying sizes and complexity across all Directorates within the Council
Your new role
You will be responsible for the delivery of a wide range of IT projects across the Council, from new system implementations and upgrades to infrastructure development and deployment as well as data migrations. Working with stakeholders across all Directorates, you will be responsible for defining the project brief, scope, objectives and deliverables, while identifying risks, dependencies and constraints to ensure successful outcomes that support both IT services and wider business process improvements.
You will take full ownership of projects from initiation through to completion, managing budgets, timelines and quality to ensure delivery within agreed parameters. The role requires collaboration with Senior Customers, third Parties and Heads of service, providing regular updates on progress to project boards, whilst recommending and implementing risk mitigating solutions. A strong focus on governance, reporting and cross-functional engagement is essential to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and align with organisational priorities.
Who is the person summary:
You will bring strong, demonstrable experience in delivering medium to large scale IT projects, supported by a recognised (or working towards) project management qualification such as PRINCE2, PMI or APM. With a solid understanding of IT systems, infrastructure and software delivery, you will be confident in managing the full project lifecycle, from start up, planning and estimation through to implementation, while applying robust governance, risk management and assurance practices. Your experience will include working with stakeholders, managing suppliers and contracts, overseeing project finances, and ensuring projects remain on track in terms of scope, budget and delivery.
As a skilled communicator and problem-solver, you will be highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will demonstrate strong leadership and influencing skills, collaborating effectively across teams while also working independently when required. You will be the subject matter expert in project methodologies and techniques including estimating and scheduling and management of assumptions, dependencies, risks and issues. You will play a key role in driving successful outcomes, supporting teams, and ensuring high standards of delivery.
For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile attached below.
About Portsmouth City Council
Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.
We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. Learn more about our values and behaviours.
Additional Information
Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post. We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office minimum 2 days a week (pro rata for part time), this remains flexible, depending on the role and subject to business needs.
We are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.
Our recruitment process
Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: Support for applicants - Careers portal
You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be shortlisted.
We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal
You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.
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Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact [email protected] or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616 800.
