Technical Project Manager

Location: Slough, England (hybrid working model)

Engagement: Freelance – ASAP for 12 months (possible extension)

Overview

We are partnered with a global pharmaceutical organisation seeking a Technical Project Manager (12‑month contract, with potential extension) to join their Digital Technology Patient Solutions (DTPS) team. This role sits at the intersection of technology and scientific delivery, leading technology‑driven projects that support patient‑focused research and innovation. You will act as the bridge between digital teams and scientific stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and to a high quality standard.

Requirements

Proven experience managing end‑to‑end technology projects within complex, regulated environments

Ability to operate across both technical and non‑technical teams, translating requirements into actionable delivery plans

Strong experience in project planning, risk management and stakeholder communication

Comfortable working across full project lifecycles, from initiation through to deployment and optimisation

Experience collaborating with IT security and compliance teams

Hard Skills

Project management within IT infrastructure and/or system integration environments

Oversight of system deployments, upgrades, migrations and decommissioning

Development and management of detailed project plans, timelines and resource allocation

Risk identification, mitigation planning and issue resolution

Reporting on project progress, governance and compliance requirements

Documentation management and process optimisation, including automation where applicable

Soft Skills

Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders

Stakeholder management across global and cross‑functional teams

Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to manage ambiguity and project challenges

Proactive and organised approach to delivery

Collaborative, team‑oriented working style with a willingness to be hands‑on when needed

Qualifications

HNC, HND or degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field

Typically 5+ years’ experience in technical environments (e.g. IT infrastructure, systems integration)

Minimum 3 years’ experience in project management roles

Relevant project management or technical certifications are advantageous

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