SC Cleared Project Manager - IT Infrastructure Location: Hybrid (Basingstoke Office) Rate: £550 per day Start Date: ASAP | End Date: To Be Confirmed Must be eligible and willing to go through SC Clearance Are you skilled at connecting people, technologies, and processes to create real customer value? Our client, a leading organisation in Defence and National Security, is hiring a dedicated IT Project Manager to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead complex infrastructure projects that make a difference. What you'll be doing: * Manage medium-complexity IT Infrastructure projects, ensuring delivery within scope, time, quality, and budget. * Collaborate with stakeholders, including the Project and Programme teams, to define project requirements and objectives. * Oversee project lifecycle from initiation through to closure, including ICT infrastructure, application development, testing, and release. * Utilise methodologies such as Prince2, Agile, or Safe to deliver projects effectively. * Manage project risks, develop mitigation plans, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures. * Coordinate financial management, tracking costs, and supporting payment milestones. * Provide regular status updates, highlight KPIs, and escalate issues as needed to senior management. * Ensure smooth handover to service teams and manage stakeholder expectations throughout. What you'll bring: * Proven experience managing ICT infrastructure, application projects, and transformations within Defence or National Security sectors. * Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of navigating complex environments. * Familiarity with project management methodologies including Prince2, Agile, or Safe. * Excellent risk and financial management capabilities. * Ability to operate confidently in challenging environments and influence stakeholders at all levels. * Experience delivering transition and transformation projects. * Clear understanding of project lifecycle, scope, and governance. Required Education & Certifications: * Relevant professional qualifications in project management (e.g., Prince2, Agile certifications). This is a fantastic chance to contribute to vital projects supporting national security. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a organisation committed to delivering high-quality services with passion and purpose.TPBN1_UKTJ