Technical Delivery Manager - 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract Hybrid working 1 day per month in the office (Microsoft Stack C# .NET Azure)
Are you a skilled Technical Delivery Manager ready to make an impact in a fast-paced and collaborative environment? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organization and lead critical technical initiatives over the next six months.
The Opportunity
As a Technical Delivery Manager, you’ll play a vital role in coordinating and delivering technically focused change projects. You'll manage complex technical deployments, align cross-functional teams, and ensure successful delivery of projects within a Microsoft technology stack. With a focus on effective planning, stakeholder communication, and proactive risk management, you'll be integral to achieving our technical and strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
Delivery Planning & Coordination
Develop detailed delivery plans for technology initiatives.
Manage technical dependencies and align resource needs with technical teams.
Oversee technical deployments, testing transitions, and environment requirements.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with project timelines and deliverables.
Delivery Execution
Lead implementation phases, including development, testing, deployment, and cutover activities.
Manage change initiatives and technical transitions.
Ensure readiness for delivery, with a focus on quality and risk management.
Risk & Quality Management
Maintain risk registers and proactively mitigate risks.
Coordinate issue resolution and ensure constraints are addressed.
Oversee testing phases and monitor quality metrics to maintain high delivery standards.
Documentation & Stakeholder Engagement
Maintain comprehensive delivery documentation, including plans, cutover guides, and status reports.
Provide regular updates to stakeholders, including technical teams, transformation teams, and business units.
Facilitate technical discussions and translate technical concepts into business-friendly language.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience
Strong background in technical delivery planning and coordination.
Experience with the Microsoft technology stack, including Azure and integration services.
Knowledge of software development lifecycles and deployment processes.
Proven ability to manage technical dependencies and coordinate complex implementations.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Experience working with offshore delivery teams.
Desirable Skills
Experience in enterprise-scale implementations and regulated environments.
Familiarity with ITIL frameworks (beneficial).
What’s in It for You?
This role offers a competitive salary, private medical healthcare, life assurance, and a Group Personal Pension Plan. You’ll also have access to voluntary benefits such as additional annual leave, a cycle-to-work scheme, and more.
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