IT project manager - overview

As an IT project manager, you’ll apply your technical know-how and organisational skills to plan, develop and deliver new information systems or processes within a certain timeframe. Read on to learn more about a career in IT project management, get an idea of what it involves and how you can work towards a role.

Learn what the role involves below.

What does an IT project manager do?

A role in this field could see you working on any number of computing and information system projects or activities. You’ll be able to find roles across almost any sector or industry, as the need for efficient IT project delivery is widespread. You could end up project managing various IT specialists to deliver a range of project types.

In this role, you’ll work closely with programmers, software developers, system administrators and other technicians. You’ll normally oversee organising their work and making sure it’s delivered on time, to budget and at the required level of quality. As a natural leader and organised person, you’ll enjoy being able to introduce new changes and efficiencies in IT.

What will your days involve?

Daily tasks will vary but could involve:

Recruiting and organising staff and technical experts
Organising the completion of project deliverables
Overseeing the progress, budget and timescale of a project
Reporting on project progress to senior management or clients
Liaising with external teams, stakeholders and clients

FAQs

How much can you earn as an IT project manager?

The average salary for an IT project manager in the UK is £54,080. Graduates start at around £32,000.

Does an IT project manager role involve travel in the UK or overseas?

Overseas travel can be a part of your role sometimes, especially if you work for an international IT company. There are also several roles based overseas that you could consider.