Project Manager in Banbury

At Polaris, we are on a mission to create a safer and fairer world. We provide software solutions that empower police forces and local authorities to enforce and track traffic and parking offences, manage permits and licenses, and control high-risk assets like firearms and tasers. Since securing support from August Equity in May 2023, we have been on an exciting growth trajectory. We have expanded our reach both in the UK and internationally, acquired key companies like Farthest Gate and JML Software Solutions, and invested heavily in our operations. Our goal is to build a data-driven, professionally managed organisation with robust systems and processes, poised for consistent growth and ready to seize new opportunities. This is an exciting time to join Polaris. We are seeking ambitious, forward-thinking individuals who are eager to make a real impact and grow their careers in a rapidly evolving industry. If you are ready to be part of a team that is shaping the future of public safety and compliance technology, we want to hear from you.

This role sits within the Sitestream division of Polaris. Sitestream was acquired by Polaris in 2025 and is a Massachusetts, USA based business that delivers fully managed traffic enforcement within the road safety space. We are building out the team in both the UK and the US; this role is for the UK team.

Responsibilities

• Project Managers are responsible for the software component of all Sitestream programs.
• The Project Manager owns the definition and design of client business processes during implementation.
• This role is responsible for transforming discovered business rules into clear, validated process maps that drive accurate system configuration.
• Act as the connective layer between client requirements, implementation discovery, and technical execution.
• Work as part of a team including Software Solution Architects and Implementation Managers who are responsible for implementation of hardware.
• Manage multiple projects from start to finish.
• Work with the Implementation Manager at Sitestream to translate business rules into clear, detailed and usable process maps, as well as gathering other data pieces during a kick-off stage.
• Work closely with the Solutions Architect to build and test software configuration.
• Create and maintain project plans, identifying a critical path, dependencies and a swift, successful route to going live.
• Create and maintain a risk register and other project documentation.
• Train users on the software processing site as well as demonstrate and document new software functionality.
• Oversee user acceptance testing.
• Undertake a comprehensive handover process with all project stakeholders to ensure a successful transition into BAU.
• Engage directly with external stakeholders such as court system providers, camera manufacturers and Police Departments.
• Update stakeholders regularly on project health and changes to the agreed scope of the project.
• Hold regular project check-in meetings and produce clear, actionable minutes.
• Work with the product team to scope any necessary development changes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Experience in project management and process design roles.
• Knowledge of software configuration and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Experience in organising and chairing meetings and managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Troubleshooting and logic skills.
• Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple work streams concurrently.
• Presentation and training experience.

Benefits

• This is a hybrid role based in our office in Banbury and is 3 days working in the office with 2 days working from home.
• 25 days annual leave
• 2 Moment in Time Days
• 1 Community Day
• Life Assurance 4 x base salary
• Private Pension with Scottish Widows
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Hybrid working model
• Length of service additional time

Our business is an equal opportunities employer. We make recruitment decisions based on qualifications, skill sets, and experiences. We consider all suitable candidates regardless of their age, sex, gender reassignment, race, religious beliefs (or lack thereof), marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. Please note that we can currently only consider candidates with an existing right to work in the UK.