IT Project Management Specialist
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Project manage the development, installation and maintenance of computer hardware and software systems for a business or client.
Overview
As an IT Project Management Specialist, you’ll take the lead on the evolution and development of software solutions for web, mobile and fixed platform solutions for your client or business.
Your main objective is to ensure the project meets the needs of your business or client.
You will make sure the systems are in line with strategy, governance and regulatory requirements.
By having a strategic mind, you will be able to ensure the IT infrastructure meets existing and future business requirements, as well as being responsible for coordinating the transition of new systems.
Top 5 Tasks
- Meet the client’s objectives
- Work with stakeholders and ensure your business understands how it works
- Ensure that IT systems are compliant
- Manage third party IT systems and services
- Lead the project, possibly with a team.
Salary
As a graduate, you can expect to earn around £25,000 and with significant experience, you can earn up to £70,000.
Am I Suited?
- Technical competency
- Decision maker
- Analytical thinker
- Flexible
- Leader
Around one million people work in the UK’s IT sector, but there’s still a digital skills shortage.
Qualifications
You can enter this role typically with a degree, apprenticeship, training through a professional body or working towards this role.
Employers tend to favour qualifications in a related field such as business studies, computer science or information systems.
