Delivery Manager

Job Summary

We are working with a leading digital technology consultancy to appoint an experienced Delivery Manager. This is a senior role for someone who has built their career delivering complex bespoke software programmes within a consulting environment — ideally with strong public sector exposure, particularly healthcare

You will own delivery outcomes, lead agile teams, manage client relationships at a senior level, and take accountability for the commercial performance of your programmes.

Why Join?

• Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 — a genuine reflection of the seniority of this role
• Remote working: Based anywhere across Northern Ireland, with only very occasional travel required
• Job security: Join an organisation with an outstanding track record of retaining its people — this is a business that invests in its talent for the long term
• Retention: Our client has an exceptionally high employee retention rate — a testament to the culture, the quality of work, and the people you'll be working alongside
• Bonus: A competitive bonus scheme that rewards strong performance

Job Description

• Lead end-to-end delivery of bespoke software projects, ensuring outcomes meet client expectations, quality standards, and governance requirements
• Own project financials including budget management, forecasting, and profitability reporting for programmes of £2M+
• Build and sustain trusted relationships with senior public sector clients across both technical and leadership levels
• Manage risks and issues proactively, ensuring appropriate governance throughout the delivery lifecycle
• Coach, develop and empower delivery teams — setting clear goals, providing regular feedback, and fostering a high-performance culture
• Lead on resourcing, staffing, and onboarding across agile delivery teams
• Identify and support follow-on business opportunities in collaboration with Sales and Account Management
• Champion agile best practice and continuous improvement across your projects

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience as a Delivery Manager within a consulting or professional services environment — this is a must-have
• At least 3 years delivering bespoke software projects using agile methodology for external clients
• Public sector experience is essential, with healthcare experience strongly preferred
• Track record managing programme budgets of £2M or more, with confidence in financial forecasting and reporting
• Strong people leadership skills — both direct management and influence across complex stakeholder environments
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with credibility at senior client level

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in digital transformation programmes
• Evidence of securing follow-on business with existing clients
• A current Project or Programme Management certification (e.g. Prince2, APM, SAFe)

Personal Specification

Technical Competencies: Agile delivery, programme governance, financial management, resourcing and capacity planning, risk management, contract and commercial awareness

Behavioural Competencies: Trusted client partner, empowering leader, commercially astute, resilient under pressure, clear communicator at all levels