Smartedge Solutions
Senior IT Engagement Manager
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Senior IT Engagement Manager _ Contract _ Worthing, UK (Hybrid)
Job Description:
As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of large, complex IT and technology projects and programmes for our public sector and other clients. You will be responsible for managing high-visibility deliveries across the full project lifecycle, from initiation to end-to-end delivery, ensuring successful outcomes in dynamic, multi-supplier and matrix environments.
- Lead the delivery of large and complex IT/technology projects and programmes across the full project lifecycle (end-to-end), ensuring delivery to agreed scope, quality, time, and budget.
- Provide strong leadership to multi-discipline and multi-supplier teams, motivating and guiding them to achieve high performance in matrix environments.
- Develop and maintain project/programme schedules, establish delivery rhythms, manage risks and dependencies, and proactively remove blockers.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment and successful delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency through agile delivery practices and lessons learned.
- Manage projects/programmes in line with budget(s), ensuring accurate forecasting, value delivery, and effective change control.
- Demonstrate commercial acumen, including developing commercial proposals and working with various contract types (e.g., Time & Materials, fixed price).
- Foster a productive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment that supports professional growth and innovation.
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- Proven experience delivering IT/technology projects and programmes at a senior level, ideally within large and complex environments.
- Demonstrated ability to manage large and complex projects/programmes across the full project lifecycle and end-to-end delivery.
- Strong understanding of agile delivery practices, project/programme lifecycle management, and experience working in matrix and multi-supplier team environments.
- Exceptional planning skills, with a proven ability to develop robust project and programme plans that align with organisational objectives and ensure successful delivery.
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- Email my Colleague at pavithradevi.r@smartedgesolutions.co.uk
- Contact via +44 (0) 203813196
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