Delivery Manager

Pontoon Solutions; Warwick; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pontoon Solutions is seeking a highly motivated Delivery Manager to lead end-to-end technology and digital initiatives within the Digital and Information Technology function. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

You will oversee planning, governance, and delivery across multiple projects, manage budgets up to £20 million, and build strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in IT&D, technology, or digital environments at a management level.
• Proven track record delivering projects/programmes with budgets up to £20 million.
• 10+ years in project and programme delivery; energy/utilities background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and governance of technology delivery initiatives.
• Coordinate delivery across multiple projects and report progress, risks, and finances.
• Build stakeholder relationships and translate business needs into delivery plans.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure governance and quality standards.
• Identify and manage delivery risks with timely resolutions.

Skills

Delivery leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk management

Agile/Waterfall/Hybrid

Education

Degree-level qualification

PRINCE2/PMP/Agile certification

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Delivery Manager to lead the successful end-to-end delivery of technology and digital initiatives within the Digital and Information Technology function. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment!

Key Responsibilities:

Delivery Management:

• Oversee the planning, execution, and governance of technology delivery initiatives.
• Ensure that projects meet scope, time, cost, quality, security, and operational readiness expectations.
• Coordinate delivery activities across multiple projects and maintain transparent visibility.
• Provide evidence-based updates on progress, risks, and financial status.

Stakeholder Relationship Management:

• Build trusted relationships with various stakeholders, translating business needs into actionable delivery plans.
• Facilitate effective decision-making and ensure all voices are heard.
• Develop and manage delivery budgets, ensuring alignment with business objectives and investment cases.
• Monitor expenditure and provide accurate financial reporting.

Supplier and Partner Management:

• Align supplier performance with business outcomes and manage vendor relationships effectively.
• Ensure compliance with governance and quality standards.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Identify and manage delivery risks, ensuring timely resolutions and transparent reporting.

Requirements:

• Significant experience in IT&D, technology, or digital environments at a management level.
• Proven track record in delivering projects and programmes with budgets up to £20 million.
• At least 10 years of experience in project and programme delivery, preferably in the energy and utilities industry.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of navigating complex relationships and competing priorities.
• Familiarity with agile, waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies.

Qualifications:

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Recognised project or programme management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile).
• Strong financial management and commercial experience.

Why Join Our Client?

• This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and collaboration. With a focus on embedding sustainable solutions and creating measurable business value, the Delivery Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of technology delivery.
• Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.