Senior Delivery Manager

Role: Lead/Senior Delivery Manager

Package: Up to £95,000 + benefits

Location: Manchester

Head Resourcing is partnered with a recognisable digital transformation consultancy who are looking to recruit both Lead and Senior Delivery Managers to join their growing team in Manchester.

This organisation delivers complex technology solutions across both the public and private sector, helping organisations to modernise their services, improve user experiences and enable better outcomes.

This role would suit experienced Delivery Managers who have experience of leading digital or software development projects, working closely with clients, leading engagements as part of a high-performing Agile team including Software Engineers, Technical Architects and Automation testers.

The Role

• Lead high-performing teams to delivery complex digital, software or technology projects
• Build strong, trusted client relationships
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to design achievable delivery plans that align with agile principles
• Manage budgets, RAID logs and governance activities
• Coach and mentor colleagues, promoting delivery best practices
• Overall responsibility for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.

What you will bring

• Demonstrable background in leading the delivery of complex digital or software development projects using agile methodologies
• Strong technical background and understanding to work confidently with technical teams
• Understanding of cloud technologies, software engineering practices and DevOps principles
• Ability to manage and balance multiple priorities under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Experience of working with public sector clients or strong client-facing experience
• First-class communication and stakeholder management skills.

What's in it for you

• Exposure to high-profile digital transformation programmes
• Opportunity for career development and progression
• A positive culture and working environment
• Salary of up to £95,000 with strong benefits package.