IT Project Manager

At Leep Utilities, we're not just providing essential services like water, electricity and heat. We’re shaping the future of sustainable infrastructure across the UK. We work with leading developers to provide sustainable and quality utility services to our partnered communities, playing a key role in innovative projects that are transforming the way people live and work.

Leep is the result of a joint venture between the independent mid-market infrastructure investment manager, Ancala Partners LLP and one of the UK’s leading private real estate investment and infrastructure companies, The Peel Group.

Department: IT

Reports to: Head of IT

Salary: up to £70K DOE

Location: Manchester or Reading

The Opportunity

Leep are growing rapidly and the desire to integrate, automate and improve is deeply embedded within the company culture. A large change programme has been developed for the next 3-5 years, seeing most core systems merged, integrated or replaced in this period. To ensure we maximise the value and effectiveness of these plans, an in house, experienced, and details orientated project manager is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Monitor, track and report project progress, adjusting plans as needed.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to best practices and regulations is maintained in our regulated business.
• Track and manage budgets, vendor and partner relationships where necessary.
• Provide regular status reports and updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating project outcomes and lessons learned, feeding back into future projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and security regulations.

About You

• A strong record - Proven experience in IT project management, ideally within a fast-paced business.
• You know what works - Thorough knowledge of project management best practices, with a passion for demonstrating and implementing such practices within an organisation.
• Familiar with the tools and certified - Proficiency with programme and project management tools e.g. Microsoft Project. Relevant certifications e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master are a plus.
• You solve problems - Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines combined with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• You get the most from others - Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Rounded knowledge - Experience with CRM, GIS, CAFM and ERP implementation and integrations is desirable.

Your Development And Benefits

At Leep, we believe in stable growth and putting our people first. Our 5-year strategic growth plan gives us stability today and prepares us for the future, while nurturing a strong collaborative and supportive culture.

Our Benefits Include

• Salary which aligns to your experience and skillset
• 25 days paid holiday + bank holidays
• An additional day off to celebrate your birthday
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Car allowance
• Company pension plan
• Health Cash plan through Westfield Health
• Option to purchase additional holiday days through our Holiday Buying Scheme
• Engagement committee with events throughout the year, including Christmas Party, Summer Party and individual team socials
• Paid professional memberships relevant to your role and access to professional development opportunities.

Our Values

At The Forefront Of Everything We Do

Safety, Customer, Promise, Accountability, Reliability, Respect, Flexibility

Equal Opportunities

Leep Utilities is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any appropriate accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Project Management and Information Technology

Industries: Utilities