I'm looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary transformation projects across software, hardware, and infrastructure environments. This role is focused on the execution of integrated technical programmes that improve operational performance, enable field service capability, and enhance Digital customer-facing platforms.

*This is 6 months, Outside IR35 and 2 days a week in Blackburn*

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in delivering technology-led initiatives across regulated or safety-critical industries, working across APIs, embedded systems, cloud platforms, and integration-heavy environments. You’ll be comfortable managing multiple streams of work, balancing priorities between engineering, digital delivery, and business readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end delivery of technology transformation projects involving software, firmware, hardware, and infrastructure

• Coordinate multiple concurrent workstreams - including platform integrations, customer portal delivery, and system connectivity

• Collaborate with technical leads, engineering teams, and field-based operational stakeholders

• Align project outcomes with customer experience, service efficiency, and compliance objectives

• Own timelines, budgets, risks, and cross-functional dependencies

• Communicate effectively across all levels, including C-suite stakeholders and frontline contributors

• Lead supplier and third-party engagement where required

• Support business readiness and handover into operational service

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong track record delivering technical transformation projects in complex or regulated environments

• Experience across software, infrastructure, and hardware delivery (ideally in embedded or IoT settings)

• Deep understanding of API integration, platform interoperability, and multi-system environments

• Exposure to field service or site-based operational delivery models (e.g. engineers, installers, safety teams)

• Agile and/or hybrid project delivery experience (e.g. SAFe, Scrum, Waterfall)

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and risk management skills

• Project management certification (PRINCE2, MSP, PMP) preferred

• Experience in sectors such as aerospace, utilities, smart metering, telecoms, or security is advantageous