Project Manager Applications
Wellington - New Zealand
Job Summary
Job Description:
- Hybrid 2 days a week on site / Wellington
- PM with a mix of Agile Scrum and traditional PM skills needed
- Leading government agency
- Full working rights needed
Why join DXC Technology
DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software services and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organizations helping them harness AI to drive outcomes at a time of exponential change with speed. With deep expertise in Managed Infrastructure Services Application Modernization and Industry-Specific Software Solutions DXC modernizes secures and operates some of the worlds most complex technology estates. Learn more on
At DXC we pride ourselves on delivering excellence in everything we do. What this means for you is the opportunity to be a part of delivering innovative solutions and helping to solve real business problems for a wide variety of valued clients. Be a part of a strategic Microsoft partnership that provides you with opportunities to deepen your expertise and work at the cutting-edge of technology.
Were looking for an IT Project Manager to help deliver technology initiatives for a government department that plays a vital role in public service delivery. This is your opportunity to work on projects with purpose scale and visibility in an environment that values professionalism collaboration and continuous improvement.
What you will be doing
In this role youll support the successful delivery of IT projects from planning through to implementation and transition. Working alongside business leaders technical teams and delivery partners youll help ensure projects are delivered on time within budget and to the standards expected in a government environment.
Youll be handson detailfocused and comfortable operating in a structured regulated setting while still bringing energy curiosity and a solutionsfocused mindset.
What will keep you busy
- Most work is Agile based however some of the newer projects will be run in Scrum
- Supporting the endtoend delivery of IT projects that enable better government services
- Helping define scope requirements and deliverables with business and technical stakeholders
- Tracking progress managing risks and issues and supporting change control
- Assisting with budget tracking resourcing and vendor coordination
- Preparing clear concise project reports for governance forums and senior stakeholders
- Ensuring project documentation is accurate complete and auditready
- Contributing ideas to improve how projects are delivered across the organisation
The skills you will bring
- We are looking for a PM who has preferably worked as a scrum lead as well as worked in traditional PMP environment
- Ideally experienced with Scrum (structured sprints managing scope and delivery) along side standard PM disciplinehandling the full lifecycle from the initial SOW through to tracking project financials budgets and reporting
- They must have experience delivering bespoke custom-coded software development (e.g .NET environments) alongside developers and testers.
- A bachelors degree (or equivalent experience) in IT business or a related field
- Mid level PM required. Around 4 years experience with at least 1 year supporting or managing IT projects
- Experience working in IT delivery environments (specifically applications)
- A solid understanding of project management methodologies (Waterfall Agile Scrum PMP or Hybrid)
- Experience working in or with government or regulated environments highly desirable
- Familiarity with publicsector governance reporting or assurance processes highly desirable
- Certifications such as PMP PRINCE2 AgilePM or Scrum
- Strong communication skills you can work comfortably with technical and nontechnical people
- A curious proactive learner who enjoys improving how things are done
Your working environment
At DXC Technology we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing productivity individual work styles and life circumstances. Were committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Our culture and benefits
DXC is committed to building better futures for our customers colleagues environment and communities. We take care of each other and foster a culture of inclusion belonging and corporate citizenship. We put this to action developing and implementing societal initiatives within our Social Impact Practice. #WeAreDXC
As an employer of choice our people first philosophy means we offer competitive remuneration benefits training and career opportunities that reflect our commitment to improving the lives of our employees and the communities in which we live and work. Some of these include;
- Extensive resources to support your onboarding and continual development including DXC University
- We know that great people refer great people. We will reward you when you bring your friends and family to work at DXC
- More time to do the things you love with flexible leave options including purchased leave
- Take time to give back with charitable and emergency services volunteer days
- Well-being matters to us and our Employee Assistance Program is there to support you and your family
- And of course all the basics; novated leasing discounted health insurance paid parental leave and many other discounts
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
DXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge. We stand by the bring your whole-self to work philosophy. It is our inclusive culture that powers our results and our company grows only if our people grow.
Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation addition DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
At DXC Technology we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing productivity individual work styles and life circumstances. Were committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
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About Company
Created by the merger of CSC and the Enterprise Services business of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, DXC Technology boasts a long and proud history of innovation, service and value. In 1959, computer analysts Roy Nutt and Fletcher Jones pooled $100 to form CSC, providing computer manufac ... View more