Job Description

MERITUS are recruiting for a IT Project Manager to join our client within the defence industry from their major site in Bolton on an initial 12 month contract. PLEASE NOTE: We are looking for someone with experience in AI/ML, GenAI, or data projects. This is a hybrid role with 1/2 days a week onsite in Bolton

IT PROJECT MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £50-£80 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS - BOLTON - HYBRID - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS

Responsibilities:

We are seeking an IT Project Manager to join our new GenAI Delivery Office Team and ensure the smooth execution of AI-driven solutions. This role requires a proven track record in IT project management, knowledge of AI/GenAI technologies, and stakeholder management to drive timely, efficient, and high-quality project delivery. You will play a key role in managing expectations, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration while mitigating risks and aligning projects with business objectives. Focusing on delivery of on premise solutions.

Skillset/experience required:

Proven experience (5+ years) as an IT Project Manager or similar role in AI/ML, GenAI, or data projects.

Good knowledge of data and GenAI technologies (e.g., LLMs, NLP, micro services) is advantageous.

Hands-on experience managing projects in Agile/Scrum/Kanban.

Excellent stakeholder communication and expectation management skills.

Good technical background and ability to work effectively with multi-disciplinary and international distributed teams.

Experience with JIRA, Confluence, or similar project management tools