Portfolio Delivery Manager

NEC Software Solutions; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Portfolio Delivery Manager to oversee the end-to-end delivery process of projects for Public Safety customers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing multi-location projects, especially in Public Safety, and be skilled in resource management and optimization. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme and flexible benefits.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Experience influencing at a senior level.
• Managing multi-location projects, especially in Public Safety.
• Proven track record in process optimization and customer outcomes.
• Ability to implement standardized methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project and programme delivery strategies.
• Manage resource allocation, prioritisation, and scheduling.
• Collaborate with sales for accurate pricing.
• Manage customer satisfaction and expectations.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and vendors.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues.
• Lead project and programme teams.
• Establish quality standards and enhance processes.
• Ensure effective team communication.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Leadership

Planning

Negotiating skills

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Job Description

The Portfolio Delivery Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery process of projects and programmes for the product pillar and the overall success and efficiency of Project Management delivery to NEC Public Safety customers. This role is responsible for ensuring Projects, within the Public Safety portfolio, meet the agreed budget, time, and quality criteria.

Leading a team of Programme and Project Managers, resource management and optimisation are key aspects of this role. The role ensures that trained and skilled resources are aligned to meet business needs.

The Portfolio Delivery Manager will work from Chippenham and Nottingham, with regular travel to and at these sites based on business needs. Travel for customer and supplier meetings will also be required.

Responsibilities

• Delivery Strategy: Develop and execute project and programme delivery strategies, methodologies, and best practices.
• Projects & Programme Management: Manage the portfolio, including resource allocation, prioritisation, and scheduling to ensure timely, within-budget, high-quality delivery.
• New Opportunities: Collaborate with sales to assess resources, effort, and provide insights for accurate pricing.
• Customer Relationship Management: Act as escalation point, manage expectations, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Build relationships with internal stakeholders and manage third-party providers.
• Risk and Issue Management: Identify, assess, and develop mitigation strategies for risks and issues.
• Resource & Team Management: Allocate resources effectively and lead the project and programme teams.
• Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement: Establish quality standards, conduct audits, and drive process improvements.
• Collaboration & Communication: Ensure effective communication among teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience influencing at a senior level
• Managing multi-location projects, especially in Public Safety
• Proven track record in process optimization and customer outcomes
• Ability to implement standardized methodologies
• Effective communication skills
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, planning, and negotiating skills

Additional Information

We offer an excellent benefits package including a pension scheme, holiday entitlement, life assurance, and flexible benefits.

• Candidates must have the right to work and travel within the UK.
• All offers are subject to vetting, references, and health checks.
• A DBS check may be required.

NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to inclusivity and accessibility during the recruitment process.

Who We Are:

We’re NEC Software Solutions, part of NEC Corporation. Our software supports emergency services, healthcare, transportation, and more, making a difference in public services worldwide. Join us to push boundaries and support vital public services.