Retail IT Project Lead – Store Openings (6m Contract)

Contract Type: Contract – day rate inside IR35

Duration: 6 months

Start Date: asap

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to support a programme of new retail store openings on a fixed-term basis. The successful candidate will take end-to-end ownership of technology delivery across multiple concurrent site launches — working with internal stakeholders, third-party vendors, and on-site teams to ensure each opening is delivered on time and to specification.

This is a fast-moving, hands‑on role. The right person will be comfortable operating at pace, managing competing priorities, and keeping complex delivery programmes on track.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own and drive project plans for new store technology deployments from pre-build through to go-live
• Manage stakeholder communication across internal teams, contractors, and suppliers
• Coordinate delivery of network infrastructure, retail technology (POS/EPOS), and AV systems across each site
• Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and issues; elevate appropriately
• Produce clear, timely project reporting for senior stakeholders
• Liaise across EMEA time zones to maintain programme momentum

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrable project management experience, ideally with a recognised methodology (PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent)
• Proven track record delivering technology projects in a retail environment
• New store openings experience is a strong advantage
• Practical knowledge of network infrastructure, retail technology, and AV systems
• Immediately available or able to start by 20 April 2025
• East coast based preferred to support EMEA coordination windows
• Strong communicator — able to manage multiple workstreams and diverse stakeholder groups simultaneously

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