ICT TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGER

ICT is part of the Council's Customer and Digital Services Directorate. Its primary functions are:

• to provide high quality IT systems, support and maintenance across the organisation.
• to provide strategic advice and guidance to the service areas and their directorates.
• to contribute to the delivery of the Council's Digital First approach.

The ICT Service consists of several functions including:

• Service Desk.
• Enterprise Systems and Data teams responsible for the development, support and maintenance of both in-house developed and 3rd party applications.
• ICT Services teams delivering network, server and end user computing services.
• Security and Compliance
• Enterprise Architecture

About the job

The ICT Technical Project Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and controlling complex ICT infrastructure and technology projects that underpin the Council's digital transformation and service delivery objectives.

This includes the migration of the Council's data centre, the delivery of strategic telephony solutions following a corporate review, and other technical initiatives that enhance operational resilience, security, and efficiency.

What We Are Looking For From You

The role requires a combination of strong technical understanding and disciplined project management.

The postholder will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the agreed quality standards, engaging with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and partner organisations, while maintaining compliance with relevant standards, policies, and regulations.

Additional information

This post is temporary until 31st March 2028.

We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.

This vacancy is suitable for post share.

We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.

Please refer to the Job Description-Person Specification and tell us how you meet the criteria set out in these documents when completing your application.

Please note the Council does not accept CV's.

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• • Application Guidance
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• • Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
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If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about this role please contact David Docherty ().

Job Category ICT

Department Resources

Working Pattern/Contract Type Full Time Temporary