Project Manager 12 month FTC

SmartestEnergy Business Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services company in London is seeking a Project Manager to drive medium to large IT projects. You will oversee the full project lifecycle, manage stakeholders, and ensure successful delivery. The role offers a hybrid working model and values diversity and inclusion within the team. If you are ready to contribute to the future of energy, apply now.

Benefits

Flexible working from anywhere for up to 30 days a year

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Opportunities for global impact

Qualifications

• Proven track record in successfully delivering medium - large IT projects.
• Experience working with IT vendors and managing stakeholders across business levels.
• Ability to assess feasibility and execute project planning.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the full project lifecycle from planning to execution.
• Manage stakeholders and oversee project finances.
• Ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

Skills

Project Delivery

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

IT Vendor Collaboration

Job description

Yearly salary 45,000.00 GBP - 55,000.00 GBP

This role is integral to driving business-critical change, delivering medium to large projects that improve operational effectiveness and support the company’s strategic objectives. Typically lasting 6–12 months, these projects often involve a degree of ambiguity, requiring strong leadership and the ability to shape solutions that meet stakeholder needs.

As Project Manager, you will take ownership of the full project lifecycle—from planning and execution through to operational handover and business acceptance—ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality. You will provide direction, manage stakeholders across multiple functions, oversee project finances and resources, and maintain robust governance through risk management, reporting, and quality assurance.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

• Proven track record in successfully delivering medium - large IT projects;
• Experience working with IT vendors, building successful partnerships, and assuring IT change;
• Experience of managing stakeholders across all levels within IT and the business;
• Proven experience in assessing the feasibility of projects and executing the planning and approval process of small-medium scale projects.

What sets us apart?

• Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.
• Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What does hybrid working mean to us?

Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.

What happens next?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.

Ready to join us on our journey to digitise, decarbonise, and localize the future of energy? Apply now.

We're committed to making the application process easy and comfortable. Let us know how we can help you with any reasonable adjustments that can be tailored to your needs. At the bottom of each of our adverts you can find one of our recruitment teams' contact details. Please reach out so we can discuss with you further.

Am I a small-medium business?

• Less than 300,000 kWh annual volume
• Less than £50k annual spend

If you're a generator or a commercial and industrial (C&I) business you should visit our SmartestEnergy Limited website.