Technical Project Manager - (Mandarin speaker)

Job Title: Technical Project Manager Software Development - Mandarin

Location: London (Hybrid and remote working available)

Type: Contract - 6 months initial

Languages needed: English, Mandarin

We are working with a large global technology organisation who are seeking a Technical Project Manager to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and delivery of complex software development programs. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in project management and a passion for driving results in fast-paced, technology-driven environments.

Please note that fluency in Madarin as well as English is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning & Execution
• Define and track project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and success metrics.
• Develop detailed project plans and schedules.
• Coordinate resources and monitor milestones to ensure timely delivery.
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Collaborate with engineering, product, design, QA, and operations teams to ensure alignment and execution.
• Act as the central point of contact for all project-related communications.
• Risk & Issue Management
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Proactively manage issues and remove blockers, escalating when necessary.
• Reporting & Communication
• Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Maintain accurate and accessible project documentation.
• Process Improvement
• Promote agile methodologies and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Identify and implement enhancements to project management practices.

Qualifications:

• Education
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• PMP, Agile, or Scrum certification is a plus.
• Experience
• 35+ years of project management experience, specifically within technical or software development teams.
• Proven success managing full project life cycles in Agile, Scrum, or hybrid environments.
• Tools & Technical Skills
• Strong proficiency with Jira and Confluence for tracking and documentation.
• Advanced Excel skills for reporting and data analysis.
• Proficient in PowerPoint and Word for stakeholder communication.
• Experience with tools like Asana, Smartsheet, Slack, or Miro is a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing cloud-based or enterprise software development projects.
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, or infrastructure-as-code practices.