IT Project Manager

Location: Hybrid, 3 days from home and 2 days from our beautiful Gourock office

Contract: Permanent, full time 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday 

Salary:  Circa £75k depending on skills and experience 

Ready to shape the future of lifeline ferry services and lead impactful digital change? At CalMac, our people keep communities connected - and we’re investing in digital innovation to make those connections stronger, smarter, and more resilient. 

We’re looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to drive the delivery of key technology initiatives focusing on data, systems, and business applications within a fast-paced programme environment. 

You’ll take ownership of end-to-end project delivery, working with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver high-quality solutions on time, on budget, and aligned to strategic goals. 

What you’ll do as an IT Project Manager 

As an experienced IT Project Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of key technology initiatives, with a focus on data, systems, and business applications across a dynamic programme environment. 

• Lead delivery of IT and data projects from concept to launch 
• Manage plans, budgets, risks, and stakeholders across Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid environments 
• Collaborate with technical teams, business leaders, and third-party vendors 
• Drive data and information management initiatives (governance, quality, platforms) 
• Ensure compliance with security, GDPR, and regulatory standards 
• Provide clear reporting and maintain strong governance throughout 

What you’ll bring to the role 

We’re looking for an excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management skills, who brings a customer-focused mindset and a passion for improving user experience. You’ll also have: 

• Proven track record delivering technology and data projects 
• Strong experience across Agile & Waterfall methodologies 
• Experience managing suppliers and complex programmes including managing budgets, financial forecasting, and resource planning. 
• Experience in data transformation or development programmes. 
• Knowledge of enterprise systems, integrations, and data architecture. 
• Knowledge of data governance, enterprise systems, and IT delivery lifecycle 
• Relevant qualification (PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent) 

It would be a bonus if you have: Agile certifications, MSP, DevOps/CI-CD exposure, or experience in regulated environments. 

Why join CalMac? 

This is an exciting time of positive change for CalMac! As one of Scotland’s biggest employers and being awarded a 10-year CHFS3 contract, we have long‑term stability and investment to continue to deliver essential services to Scotland’s communities 

With an excellent salary package, this is also an opportunity to join a business that is modernising, evolving and investing in its future and where you can make a visible, lasting impact in a role with real autonomy and authority.  

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, then what are you waiting for? Apply today and one of the team will be in touch! 

Please note, we may close this vacancy early for external applicants if we receive the required quality or quantity of applications. No agencies please