Interim Project Manager
Remote (UK-based) - occasional travel to site
3 Month Contract
£400 - £520 per day (IR35 Status to be determined)
Can you step into a portfolio of live technology projects mid-flight, get across the status, risks and commitments within days, and keep delivery on track without clients or teams feeling the handover?
We're looking for an Interim Project Manager to cover a portfolio of in-flight technology projects for a global business services organisation. You'll report to the Programme Manager, work remotely with occasional travel to site, and deliver through a hybrid of Agile and Waterfall.
What You'll Be Doing
Taking ownership of an in-flight project portfolio, quickly getting up to speed on status, risks and commitments
Managing scope, schedule, budget and quality across several projects, from detailed plans and baselines through to change control
Overseeing the full SDLC from initiation to production support, including migrations, working closely with Scrum Masters
Identifying and mitigating risks and issues, and producing weekly and monthly status reports, dashboards and steering committee updates
Leading cross-functional, multi-regional teams and building strong relationships with clients, vendors and internal stakeholders
Making sure delivery meets SLAs, KPIs, governance frameworks and security standards
What You'll Bring
5+ years' experience in technology project management, delivering complex projects from initiation to closure
PMP or PRINCE2 Practitioner certification, plus a degree in IT, engineering, business, project management or a related field
Proven delivery using hybrid Agile and Waterfall methodologies
A track record of picking up in-flight projects and running several at once without disruption to clients or teams
Confident budget and stakeholder management at all levels, using tools such as Jira, Asana or MS Project
Desirable: change management or organisational transformation, digita...
Interim Project Manager in East Kilbride employer: Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions
Join a leading global technology consulting organisation that prioritises employee growth and innovation in the heart of London, Manchester, or Glasgow. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and cutting-edge projects, you'll have access to comprehensive benefits, a hybrid work culture, and opportunities to influence high-profile clients while developing your expertise in data and AI. This is not just a job; it's a chance to be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and supports your professional journey.
Contact Details:
Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Recruitment Team
