Project Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Project & Programme Delivery

Manage and deliver multiple software development projects simultaneously ensuring alignment to timelines scope and budget.

Oversee end-to-end project lifecycle (initiation planning execution monitoring and closure).

Develop and maintain detailed project plans schedules and delivery roadmaps.

Ensure delivery is aligned to Agile Waterfall or hybrid methodologies.

Modernisation & Innovation

Lead delivery of system modernisation initiatives including legacy transformation and digital platform enhancements.

Drive innovation initiatives by enabling adoption of modern tools frameworks and methodologies.

Identify opportunities for process optimisation automation and improved delivery efficiency.

Support the transition to modern scalable and cloud-aligned solutions.

Stakeholder Management

Engage with senior business stakeholders executives and technical teams to ensure alignment and delivery success.

Manage expectations across multiple stakeholder groups.

Facilitate governance forums steering committees and project status meetings.

Ensure effective communication across all levels of the organisation.

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Lead and coordinate delivery across cross-functional teams including:

o Development ()

o QA & Testing

o Business Analysis

o Architecture

o DevOps / Infrastructure

Ensure collaboration and alignment across all delivery streams.

Governance Risk & Compliance

Ensure adherence to project governance frameworks and organisational standards.

Identify manage and mitigate risks issues and dependencies.

Maintain accurate reporting on project performance progress and risks.

Ensure compliance with audit and delivery standards (especially in regulated environments).

Process & Delivery Excellence

Maintain a strong process-driven approach to delivery.

Drive continuous improvement of project management practices.

Ensure consistent use of project management methodologies tools and standards.

Promote high-quality delivery practices across all projects.

Qualifications & Experience:

Qualifications:

Relevant Degree in Information Technology Business Computer Science or related field; or relevant Diploma with extensive experience.

Recognised Project Management certifications such as:

o PMP

o PRINCE2*-

o Agile / Scrum certifications (e.g. SAFe Scrum Master)

Experience

Minimum 10 years experience as a Project Manager

Proven experience within the Software Development industry

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently

Extensive experience delivering complex enterprise-scale projects

Proven experience in modernisation and transformation initiatives

Required Skills & Competencies

. Core Project Management Skills

Strong project planning and execution capability

Budget resource and schedule management

Risk issue and dependency management

Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies

Technical & Delivery Understanding

Solid understanding of:

o Software development lifecycle (SDLC)

o Agile Scrum and Waterfall methodologies

o Enterprise application delivery environments

Familiarity with modern application environments (cloud microservices DevOps) advantageous

Stakeholder & Leadership Skills

Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management

Ability to influence and operate at executive level

Excellent communication facilitation and negotiation skills

Strong leadership across diverse cross-functional teams

Behavioural Competencies

Highly organised and process-driven

Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability

Ability to manage pressure and competing priorities

Results-oriented with strong accountability

Collaborative and adaptable

Key Deliverables

Project plans schedules and delivery roadmaps

Governance reports and stakeholder updates

Risk and issue registers

Delivery status reports across multiple projects

Successful delivery of innovation and modernisation initiatives

Alignment with organisational delivery standards.