Delivery Manager (Portals and UX / Integration / APIs / Custom Apps)

Version 1; Belfast; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm based in Belfast is looking for an experienced Delivery Manager to oversee a significant transformation programme for a public sector customer. The successful candidate will manage client relationships, coordinate with various stakeholders, and drive the successful delivery of projects using Agile methodologies. Proven experience in project management and certifications such as PMP or Prince2 is essential. This role offers a critical opportunity to influence project outcomes and improve efficiencies within the organisation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Project Management with relevant certifications.
• Experience in managing transformation programmes with efficiency.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of programmes and oversee governance.
• Lead Agile projects on time and within budget.
• Establish and monitor IT Governance mechanisms.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

Risk Management

Financial Management

Education

3rd level qualification in a relevant field

Tools

Prince2

PMP

MSP

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Delivery Manager (Portals and UX / Integration / APIs / Custom Apps), Belfast

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Version 1

Location:

Belfast, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Delivery Manager to assume overall responsibility for and management of the delivery of a significant and focussed workstream(s) within a large and complex transformation programme for a large NI Public Sector Customer.

In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end delivery of your assigned programme workstream(s) and projects, using best practice methodologies. You will manage client relationships through reviews, governance, and reporting, and build relationships with the Customer’s Internal Team and Senior Stakeholders. You’ll plan delivery within the overall programme plan, manage resourcing, and handle change management. You’ll coordinate with other Delivery Managers, manage dependencies, risks, issues, and oversee subcontractors, vendors, and third parties. You’ll also assist with programme governance, financial management, and reporting.

The role requires extensive experience in programmes/projects, including requirements gathering, planning, governance, risk management, resourcing, financial management, change management, and reporting. Demonstrable experience should include:

• Managing workstreams within large Business Change and Transformation programmes in the Northern Ireland Public Sector
• Orchestrating efficiencies across multiple projects within a large programme
• Leveraging delivery team capabilities for budget efficiency
• Controlling costs and resourcing to meet standards
• Managing stakeholder and third-party relationships
• Managing risks and issues, assessing criticalities and contingencies
• Ensuring smooth transition to Managed Service with minimal impact

Responsibilities

• Support Programme Director and Senior Management on delivery and governance
• Assist with programme scoping and defining your Workstream(s)
• Create comprehensive Workstream Plans and update them as needed
• Drive successful delivery by managing dependencies, issues, and risks
• Lead Agile or Hybrid projects on time, within budget, and with quality
• Perform standard Delivery Manager duties including scope, planning, RAID analysis, governance, and risk management
• Ensure delivery aligns with standards and governance
• Communicate proactively with stakeholders and manage escalations
• Establish and monitor IT Governance mechanisms
• Follow IT Demand and Governance processes
• Engage and manage stakeholders and senior executives
• Manage partner, vendor, and third-party relationships
• Lead and motivate delivery teams
• Continuously improve project and workstream practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, operations, and technical leads
• Act as an advocate for the Programme externally

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Project Management, with certifications like Prince2 Practitioner, PMP, MSP, or similar
• 3rd level qualification in a relevant field or equivalent
• Experience managing large transformation programmes delivering efficiencies and benefits
• Experience delivering projects in an Agile environment and managing Application Delivery Teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills across all organizational levels
• Agile, proactive, and resilient approach to change and uncertainty
• Ability to mentor team members and a strong drive for successful change delivery
• At least 3+ years’ experience as a Programme or Senior Project Manager