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Description
Technical Project Manager (Software)
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Project Manager to support our Government client. Supporting a multi-functional team and managing the scheduling of project delivery, change, and new business. This position is a full-time, permanent role and applicants must have SC clearance or be willing to undergo the clearance process.
You will be self-motivated, able to work autonomously and within a team to achieve day-to-day objectives with significant results on project or operational deliverables, whilst also owning a variety of activities ensuring compliance with project milestones and customer KPI's and SLA's.
A technical background is essential for the role to enable working partnerships with the technical leads within the programme to plan, manage risks/issues effectively and deliver complex technical solutions to the client.
The Project Manager's duties and responsibilities include ensuring teams meet all scope requirements by completing jobs properly according to their contract or agreement with the client. In addition, they must provide concrete guidance on what everyone needs to do and the most efficient way to complete each step.
What will I be doing?
* Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
* Coordinate with technical leads to understand and manage the complex technical solutions demanded by the client.
* Ability and understanding to manage technical discussions within the programme team.
* Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget.
* Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders.
* Ensure resource availability and allocation.
* Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs.
* Report and escalate to management as needed.
* Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders.
* Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
* Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.
* Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
* We are looking for someone with excellent organization, communication, and leadership skills.
What does Leidos need from me:
* Experience in delivering Software projects.
* Able to demonstrate experience in Project Management.
* Experience in SAFe Agile and Waterfall models of delivery cycles.
* Good interpersonal skills and judgement for dealing with both internal and external stakeholders.
* Ability to engage and work within a multi-functional programme team comprising customer, supplier, and internal staff.
* Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of business, finance, and personnel management techniques.
* The ability to communicate, negotiate and influence effectively.
* Enthusiastic self-starter with good verbal communication.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
* A technical background in software development/test activities.
Clearance Requirements: The successful applicant will be required to hold and maintain UK Security Clearance.
What we do for you:
At Leidos, we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team, and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions.
Who We Are:
Leidos UK & EUROPE - we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering, and science.
What Makes Us Different:
Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security, and solutions.
Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits.
People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills.
Original Posting Date: 2024-08-26
Pay Range:
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
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