IT Project Manager

We’re looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering our ambitious Digital Programme. This is an exciting opportunity to lead multiple technology projects that will transform port operations and services through innovative, data-driven solutions.

About The Role

As an IT Project Manager, you’ll manage projects throughout their lifecycle – from defining scope and capturing requirements to ensuring timely delivery and compliance with governance standards. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, influencing workloads and driving collaboration without direct line management responsibility.

Your focus will be on aligning project outcomes with our digital transformation strategy, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute all aspects of assigned IT projects, including requirements gathering, scope definition, business analysis, and risk management.
• Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage procurement processes and third-party contracts.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder meetings to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Monitor project performance and report progress to programme leads.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement across the business.

About You

We’re looking for someone who combines technical expertise with strong organisational and communication skills. You’ll have:

• A background in IT project delivery and management, ideally with experience in digital technologies and enterprise systems.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, PMBOK) and relevant qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP).
• Experience managing tenders, contracts, and third-party suppliers.
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

At the Port of Dover, we’re proud of our heritage and excited about our future. You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer:

• Hybrid Working Options

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
• Birthday leave
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Private Health Care
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance programme
• 3rd party discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Benefits and reward platform
• Free Parking
• Employee volunteering scheme

All offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references (covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 5 years) and there will be a pre-employment medical including a Drug and Alcohol test. We need to satisfy your Right to Work in the UK.

Please be aware that all employees will be subject to background security checks in order to obtain a Dock Pass.

We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone is looking after each other and respected, included and able to perform at their best.

We are happy to discuss flexible working where possible.

“We review every application personally – no automated AI filters are used in our recruitment process.”