IT Project Manager at Netrolynx AI, United Kingdom, £Contract Rate

Contract Description

About The Company

Randstad Technologies Recruitment is a leading provider of IT staffing and recruitment solutions, dedicated to connecting talented professionals with innovative organizations worldwide. With a strong reputation for excellence and a comprehensive understanding of the technology sector, Randstad Technologies offers tailored staffing services across various IT disciplines. Our commitment to quality, integrity, and partnership ensures that both clients and candidates receive exceptional service, fostering long-term success and growth in the digital landscape.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled IT Project Manager with expertise in AWS cloud platforms to join our client’s dynamic team on a 6-month contract basis, outside IR35. This remote role offers the opportunity to lead critical digital initiatives for a global manufacturing and packaging conglomerate, focusing on optimizing AWS infrastructure and delivering high-impact projects. The successful candidate will act as a bridge between technical teams and senior leadership, ensuring the seamless execution of projects aligned with strategic business objectives. The role involves managing vendor relationships, overseeing project lifecycles from conception to deployment, and providing high-level reporting on project health and budgets. Occasional visits to the London Paddington office are expected once a month to facilitate stakeholder engagement and team collaboration.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess proven experience managing AWS-based platforms and infrastructure projects. Strong vendor and third-party management skills are essential, along with a solid understanding of cloud cost and resource optimization, embodying a FinOps mindset. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work independently and efficiently in an outside IR35 capacity. A background in digital project delivery, excellent communication skills, and the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders are also required. Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Project Management Professional (PMP) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • AWS Optimization: Lead technical projects focusing on material optimization and infrastructure efficiency to maximize cloud performance and cost-effectiveness.
  • Vendor Management: Coordinate with third-party delivery teams, ensuring external partner performance aligns with project timelines and quality standards.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for senior leadership, providing comprehensive updates on project status, risks, and budgets.
  • End-to-End Delivery: Manage the entire lifecycle of digital products, from initial planning and roadmap development through deployment and post-launch support.
  • Project Planning and Execution: Develop detailed project plans, define scope, milestones, and deliverables, and ensure timely delivery within budget constraints.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential project risks early, implement mitigation strategies, and adapt plans to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Continuous Improvement: Monitor project performance, gather feedback, and implement process improvements to enhance delivery efficiency and quality.

Benefits

Our client offers competitive daily rates within the range of 500-550 GBP, alongside a flexible remote working arrangement. The position provides an excellent platform for professional growth, exposure to cutting-edge cloud technologies, and the opportunity to work with a globally recognized organization. Additionally, the role includes the chance to collaborate with diverse teams, develop leadership skills, and contribute to strategic digital transformation initiatives. The contract duration is initially six months, with a high likelihood of extension based on project needs and performance.

Equal Opportunity

Randstad Technologies Recruitment is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to innovation and success, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.