Senior IT Project Manager

About Ideal

Ideal is an inspiring place to work. We’re an award-winning, independent company, leading in our field and offering a refreshingly different experience to the larger IT solutions providers. Our team has worked on some of the biggest projects in the UK and Europe, earning a reputation for delivering smart, real-world solutions using only the best technology vendors in the business. With expertise in Connectivity, Networks, Smart Buildings, Advanced Wi-Fi, Cybersecurity and Managed IT Services, we proudly support a diverse client base across the public and private sectors. We’re passionate about continuous learning and invest heavily in our people, supporting everything from technical certifications to soft skills and personal development. If you’re looking to grow your career with a forward-thinking team that truly values innovation and impact, you’ll fit right in. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and aim to offer all our staff the support they need to achieve their career goals. We particularly welcome candidates from under-represented groups in the Tech Community.

What You Can Expect from Us:

• Training: Guaranteed investment in your personal and professional development, including 6 days paid study leave.
• Working Pattern: Flexible, office and home.
• Location: Superb, open-plan, modern office, right next to Brighton station.
• Work/Life Balance: 25 days annual leave plus flexible working opportunities.
• Wellness & Wellbeing: We take our teams health seriously – activities, socials and coaching are routine to us.

The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Senior Project Manager to lead complex IT infrastructure and networking projects, including large-scale construction and implementation efforts. This role will focus on the delivery of enterprise-grade IT solutions, with a strong emphasis on working with industry-leading technologies including Cisco, Palo Alto, and Fortinet. You will be responsible for managing end-to-end project lifecycles – from pre-sales, through planning and design, implementation and handover – within construction and corporate environments. This is a strategic role that requires technical knowledge, leadership, and excellent stakeholder management skills.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and delivery of IT infrastructure and network projects, often in conjunction with new construction or renovation efforts.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects while ensuring alignment with scope, budget, timeline, and quality goals.
• Collaborate with engineering, client IT and construction teams to design and implement robust network solutions.
• Ensure all networking and infrastructure solutions adhere to the relevant specifications.
• Oversee project-level supplier management and coordination.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and project communications across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Track and report on project KPIs, milestones, and deliverables using appropriate tools (e.g. MS Project, Salesforce, ClickUp/Monday).
• Support change management, documentation, and handoff to operational teams.
• Mentoring other members of the project team and Engineers.
• Assisting the Head of Projects with setting direction, refining process and driving continuous improvement.

About You:

• Project Management Expertise: 5+ years of experience managing IT projects, particularly in networking, infrastructure, and construction or facilities build-out environments. Certified in PMP, APM, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
• Technical Knowledge: Proven experience with Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Microsoft 365, Azure, and AWS. Hands-on familiarity with enterprise-grade networking, firewalls, Wi-Fi, structured cabling, physical security, and data centre technologies.
• IT Operations & Security: Solid understanding of IT service delivery, systems integration, and security technologies.
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional communication and organisational skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, driving positive contributions.
• Leadership & Delivery: Skilled in managing budgets, schedules, and resources in fast-paced environments. Strong problem-solving abilities and experience working with both large enterprises and smaller organisations.

Benefits:

• 22 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays.
• Health Cash Plan, Annual Bonus Scheme, Opportunity and Colleague-Led Spot Bonus Schemes.
• Cycle2Work Scheme, Headspace Subscription, Perkbox Benefits Program, and more.
• Remote Work & Flexible Hours, Regular Social Events.
• Extensive training and development opportunities with paid study leave.

Community focused groups such as our in-house Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Team and Culture Club. If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best, please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed.