Description :

Key Responsibilities :

Project Delivery & Planning :

- Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of multiple concurrent software development and IT projects.

- Define clear project scope, objectives, timelines, deliverables, and resource requirements.

- Develop comprehensive project schedules and continuously track progress against defined milestones.

Strategic Alignment & Governance :

- Partner with the CTO and senior leadership to ensure all projects align with enterprise strategy and product roadmaps.

- Ensure all project activity complies with governance processes, security standards, and regulatory obligations.

Risk, Budget & Resource Management :

- Manage project budgets and resource allocation, adjusting plans proactively as priorities shift.

- Identify risks, issues, and dependencies early and implement mitigation strategies to protect delivery timelines and quality.

Cross-Functional Leadership :

- Coordinate and influence multidisciplinary teams including Solution Architecture, Product, Engineering, QA, DevOps, and IT.

- Promote high standards of communication, accountability, and collaboration across all project participants.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting :

- Track and report project performance using approved methodologies and tooling, providing accurate, timely updates to stakeholders.

- Ensure variance analysis, corrective actions, and escalations are carried out effectively and transparently.

Continuous Improvement :

- Drive continuous refinement of project management practices and delivery frameworks within the software development lifecycle.

- Champion a culture of high performance, predictability, and customer-centric delivery.

Critical Competencies :

Technical & Analytical :

- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and associated delivery methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).

- Ability to interpret technical detail and translate it into actionable project insights.

Leadership & Collaboration :

- Ability to motivate, guide, and align diverse cross-functional teams without direct authority.

- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capability.

Execution Excellence :

- High attention to detail and strong organizational discipline.

- Proactive, structured, and driven approach to achieving project outcomes.

- Demonstrated adaptability to evolving priorities, constraints, and customer needs.

Strategic & Commercial Insight :

- Ability to balance tactical delivery with the strategic interests of the organisation.

- Strong business acumen to ensure project decisions maximise customer and business value.

Qualifications & Experience :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.

- Experience successfully managing software development and/or IT projects in fast-paced environments.

- Solid understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.

- Demonstrated experience managing budgets, resources, and complex delivery timelines.

- Proven record working with cross-functional technical teams and directly with customers.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

- Industry-recognised project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master) is beneficial.

Success Metrics :

Delivery Predictability & Execution Excellence :

- Projects consistently delivered on time, within scope, and within approved budget, with transparent milestone tracking and minimal deviation.

- Improved delivery predictability across the development portfolio, evidenced by reduced timeline variance and proactive schedule management.

Quality of Delivery Outputs :

- Software deliverables meet or exceed defined quality, security, and acceptance criteria, with measurable reduction in defects, rework, or production issues.

- Successful adherence to SDLC standards and engineering best practices across functional teams.

Strategic Alignment & Stakeholder Confidence :

- Clear evidence that all managed projects directly support enterprise strategy, product roadmap, and customer commitments.

- Positive feedback from the CTO, senior leadership, and key stakeholders regarding visibility, alignment, and communication.

Risk, Issue & Dependency Management :

- Early and accurate identification of risks, issues, and cross-team dependencies, with effective mitigation plans implemented promptly.

- Demonstrated ability to prevent escalation through structured tracking, mitigation, and timely reporting.

Cross-Functional Team Collaboration & Performance :

- High levels of collaboration and accountability across Solution Architecture, Product, Engineering, QA, DevOps, and IT.

- Visible improvements in team coordination, communication flow, and delivery throughput across projects.

Governance, Security & Compliance Adherence :

- Full compliance with governance frameworks, programme controls, security policies, and any regulatory requirements.

- Zero audit findings or compliance breaches attributable to poor project management processes.

Continuous Improvement & Delivery Optimisation :

- Measurable contributions to improving project management frameworks, tooling, reporting methods, and delivery predictability.

- Demonstrated leadership in driving process efficiencies, reducing delivery friction, and enhancing project lifecycle maturity.

Customer & Internal Partner Satisfaction :

- Positive customer sentiment and confidence in delivery, based on consistent communication and predictable outcomes.

- Strong internal stakeholder satisfaction reflected through feedback, engagement levels, and effective project orchestration.

Equal Opportunity Statement :

Our Client is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.