Senior Project Manager (Contract)

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong track record in delivering complex retail IT and infrastructure projects? This is an exciting opportunity to lead the delivery of a high-profile RFID pilot project for a Tier 1 retail client.

From complete installation of all RFID units, cabling, surveys and sign off an final delivery, you will be working closely with stakeholders across internal teams, clients, and third-party suppliers, you'll ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction.

To be considered for the role, you’ll require the following essentials:

• 7+ years of experience in IT project management, ideally with retail hardware and infrastructure
• Proven track record delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects
• Strong understanding of retail systems, network infrastructure, and implementation delivery
• Outstanding leadership, planning, and problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency in project tools (e.g. MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet)
• Familiarity with governance frameworks and reporting requirements
• Project qualifications such as PRINCE2, PMP, AgilePM (desirable)

Within this position, you’ll also be:

• Lead the delivery of a multi-site RFID implementation project, currently in a 3-month pilot phase
• Lead stakeholder engagement, ensuring full alignment and buy-in across internal and external contacts
• Set and manage clear acceptance and quality criteria for each phase of the project
• Monitor project performance, addressing risks and issues with effective resolution or escalation
• Deliver timely reporting to senior stakeholders and ensure alignment with company governance
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
• Align with appropriate project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
• Assist with project budgeting, financial forecasting, and commercial delivery
• Manage and motivate project team members, including contractors and junior project managers
• Provide mentoring and guidance to less experienced team members

Hours and Salary:

• Monday to Friday
• Home based with travel for face to face meetings
• Accommodation and travel costs covered
• Site based presence will be required during the night at times
• Pay upto £465 per day (via umbrella)

Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support.

Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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