Technical Project Manager

Summary: The Technical Project Manager will oversee the delivery of critical data programs for a leading UK manufacturer, focusing on areas such as Data Platforming, Master Data Management, and Analytics. This role demands a blend of technical expertise and strong stakeholder management skills to ensure project success. The position is remote and offers a contract duration of 3-6 months with potential extensions. The start date is set for May 5, 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the key point of contact between technical teams and business stakeholders
• Manage relationships with senior stakeholders, building trust and ensuring alignment on priorities
• Translate complex data topics into clear, business-relevant language
• Track and report on project progress, risks, and KPIs
• Chair project steering meetings and provide project updates to execs or sponsors
• Ensure documentation and compliance with governance standards
• Apply Agile principles (e.g., Scrum or Kanban), where appropriate
• Facilitate sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and demos
• Manage product backlogs and prioritisation with Product Owners or Business SMEs
• Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and issues
• Implement mitigation plans and escalate when necessary

Key Skills:

• BPSS Eligibility - UK national or legal right to work in the UK / Resident in the UK for the last 3 years minimum
• Proven track record managing and delivering data projects end-to-end
• Strong understanding of data technologies and architectures including Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and Lakehouse architecture (Databricks, Snowflake)
• Experience working with Agile methodologies
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Calm, composed, and trusted presence
• Appreciation for data value and data strategy

Salary (Rate): £600

City: London Area

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT