IT Project Manager

Equans is looking for an IT Project Manager to join our team on a 12 month fixed term contract. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.

The post holder can be based anywhere in the UK.

The primary purpose of the IT Project Manager role is to plan, manage and support the delivery of a workstream in the Equans Connect UK Programme. Connect UK is a major transformation programme that will consolidate 3 different ERP platforms into a single, SAP S4/Hana solution. Workstreams include Integration, Data Migration and Testing.

The post holder will lead the delivery of the Connect UK integration workstream. Ensure all integration requirements are  fully understood and have robust solutions. Work with Business Analysts / Solution Architects, application owners and Integration service providers to build and execute a realistic delivery plan. Coordinate technical activities including the selection of integration technologies and integration service providers to deliver the integration workstream deliverables. Provide leadership across the integration scope (SAP, CAFM, Coupa and the wider ERP subsystems) Manage delivery to plan from the multiple application owners and service providers involved in the delivery of the integration workstream. Apply structured governance and delivery management across agile and waterfall approaches, ensuring scope, milestones and acceptance criteria are met.

The ideal candidate would be an experienced IT Project manager with previous experience with ERP integrations.

What will you deliver?

• End-to-end delivery ownership for the Connect UK IT Integration workstream. This includes all applicable governance requirements
• Develop and maintain detailed plans, estimates and resource models; track progress and manage deviations
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (application, infrastructure, security, identity management) and third-party vendors
• Manage risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies; escalate with clear options and recommendations
• Ensure business readiness and smooth transition to service, including training, communications and hypercare
• Oversee technical testing, UAT and production releases with appropriate change and release controls
• Monitor and report on CAPEX/OPEX budgets, actuals and benefits realisation

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Project management – PRINCE2 / MSP Practitioner / Agile training certifications
• Preferably with an IT service management qualification, e.g. ITIL foundation
• Proven experience delivering complex IT projects, ideally involving ERP integration delivery
• Strong understanding of integration technologies and middleware (MuleSoft, ACE)
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Hands-on experience with both agile and waterfall delivery methods; familiarity with Jira/Confluence and MS 365 toolset
• Experience coordinating technical testing, change, release and transition activities
• Clear, logical and rigorous thinker with strong attention to detail
• Confident self-starter who takes initiative and drives decisions
• Excellent verbal and written communication; builds trusted relationships

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.