Technical Project Manager

Technical Project Manager - Cloud / Security / Infrastructure  6 months initially - Cardiff - you must be within easy commuting distance to Cardiff as it's 2-3 days onsite each week.  £(Apply online only) p/d Inside IR35 - good chance of extensions Are you a highly skilled Project Manager with a strong technical background? We're looking for a driven individual to lead and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of IT projects, from initial design through to implementation and successful handover to support teams. Ideal technical skills and experience  Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of Cyber Security principles. Experience with Cloud Infrastructure and Migration, preferably with Microsoft Azure. Knowledge of IT infrastructure, end-user computing, and service management. Project Management Skills: Strong experience with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Proven track record in managing IT projects of various sizes, from inception to operational handover. Communication and Leadership: Ability to translate technical details into clear, actionable plans. Skilled in engaging with stakeholders at all levels to ensure project alignment. Problem-Solving Abilities: Critical thinker with the capacity to handle crises effectively. Excellent negotiation skills for managing both internal teams and external vendors. Key Responsibilities: Technical Project Management: Oversee the entire project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with technical requirements and delivery milestones. Documentation: Create and manage essential project governance documents, including Project Initiation Documents (PID), RACI matrices, and detailed requirements. Team Coordination: Lead both internal and external technical resources, including Managed Service Providers, to deliver high-quality outcomes. Risk and Issue Management: Identify potential challenges and implement solutions to mitigate project risks. Operational Handover: Ensure seamless integration of projects into ongoing operational support. Preferred Skills: Proficient in using project management tools like MS Project, Asana, Trello, and Kanban boards. Experience with collaboration tools such as MS Teams, SharePoint, and DevOps platforms like Confluence and Azure DevOps. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and creating operational process documents to support project delivery. If you’re a hands-on Project Manager with a solid technical foundation and a passion for leading innovative IT initiatives, please apply now for further details, thanks