9,365 Software Development Project Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

A Technical Project Manager will take on a diverse leadership role within a thriving Technical Consultancy, bringing a software development background as well as possessing good knowledge of electronic principles. Competitive salary up to £80K + Hybrid working and Bonus scheme.

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• Plan, execute, and finalize software development projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Acquire and coordinate project team members, including software developers, QA engineers, and designers.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Track project milestones and deliverables, providing regular status reports to stakeholders.
• Foster strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Ensure adherence to agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and best practices.
• Conduct project post-mortems and create lessons learned reports to identify areas for improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in technical project management, with a significant portion focused on software development.
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary software projects using agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, common software development practices, and technologies.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and motivational skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana).
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively manage stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• PMP, CSM, or equivalent certifications are highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote, collaborative setting.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple software development projects, managing scope, timelines, resources, and budget.
• Develop detailed project plans, including requirements gathering, sprint planning, risk assessment, and quality assurance.
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, QA testers, designers, and product owners to ensure project success.
• Manage stakeholder communication, providing regular updates on project progress, risks, and issues.
• Implement and refine Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) to optimize team performance and delivery efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies, developing effective contingency plans.
• Ensure adherence to software development best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes.
• Oversee the management of third-party vendors and integrations as required.
• Conduct post-project reviews and facilitate lessons learned sessions to drive continuous improvement.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in technical project management, with a strong focus on software development projects.
• Proven experience with Agile development methodologies (Scrum Master certification is a plus).
• Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and various development technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage technical teams effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project).
• Experience managing project budgets and resources.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a hybrid work setting.

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Manage project risks and issues, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Track project progress against milestones and key performance indicators, reporting regularly to stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and best practices.
• Facilitate effective communication among project team members, stakeholders, and vendors.
• Manage the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and post-launch support.
• Conduct project post-mortems and identify lessons learned to improve future project execution.
• Ensure the quality and integrity of project deliverables.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Resolve conflicts and negotiate trade-offs to keep projects on track.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on software development projects.
• Proven experience leading Agile/Scrum methodologies and managing full software development lifecycles.
• Strong understanding of software development principles and technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and risks effectively.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project).
• PMP, Prince2, or Agile certification is highly desirable.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.

• Lead and manage multiple software development projects from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Oversee day-to-day execution of projects, proactively identifying and mitigating risks and issues.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among development teams, product managers, QA, and other stakeholders.
• Implement and refine project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) to optimize team performance and project delivery.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and provide regular financial reports.
• Conduct project status meetings and provide comprehensive updates to senior management and clients.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations where applicable.
• Drive continuous improvement within the project management processes and team practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on software development projects.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and managing complex, cross-functional projects.
• In-depth understanding of software development lifecycles, methodologies (Agile/Scrum is essential), and technologies.
• Strong knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or CSM certification is highly desirable.
• Ability to think strategically and solve complex problems under pressure.
• Experience in budget management and financial oversight of projects.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex software development projects.
• Manage multiple project teams, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and resource allocation.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to Agile methodologies and best practices.
• Manage project budgets and track expenditures.
• Oversee quality assurance and testing processes.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in technical project management, with a focus on software development.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects.
• In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Proficiency with project management software and tools.
• Strong technical understanding of software development lifecycles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently in a remote environment.

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams (developers, QA, designers, etc.) in a remote environment.
• Manage all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirement gathering to deployment and post-launch support.
• Implement and champion agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) to ensure iterative development and continuous feedback.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Facilitate effective communication between team members, stakeholders, and executive leadership.
• Track project progress, manage changes, and ensure all project documentation is up-to-date.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and provide comprehensive reports on project health, milestones, and potential issues.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in software development, quality assurance, and project management.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in technical project management, with a significant portion focused on software development projects.
• Proven experience leading projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum Master certification is highly desirable).
• Strong understanding of software development processes, technologies, and architectures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, capable of managing remote teams effectively.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Asana, or similar.
• Experience with budget management and resource planning for complex projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and risk management in a remote setting.