Senior Technical Delivery Manager

Adecco; City Of London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An employment consultancy is seeking a Senior Technical Delivery Manager to lead a portfolio of AI, automation, and innovation projects. This hands-on role will involve driving end-to-end delivery and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure projects deliver measurable business value. The ideal candidate should have strong project management experience and a proven track record in delivering complex initiatives on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Strong project and delivery management experience in technology or automation.
• Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Comfortable navigating governance and structured approval processes.
• Track record of delivering complex initiatives on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple complex technology projects from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with teams to define scope, priorities, and deliverables.
• Manage project risks, dependencies, and governance requirements.
• Foster continuous improvement and innovation across delivery practices.

Skills

Project and delivery management

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Governance and compliance navigation

Complex initiative delivery

Job description

About Pontoon: Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

Role Details

• Role: Senior Technical Delivery Manager
• Location: London, full-time on site
• Duration: 6‑month contract
• Rate: £800.00 – £900.00 per day via umbrella

We are seeking a talented professional to lead a portfolio of AI, automation, and innovation projects within a high‑performing technology team. This is a hands‑on role where you will drive end‑to‑end delivery, collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders, and ensure projects deliver measurable business value.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of multiple complex technology projects from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to define scope, priorities, and deliverables.
• Manage project risks, dependencies, and governance requirements to ensure smooth execution.
• Foster continuous improvement and innovation across delivery practices.

Qualifications

• Strong project and delivery management experience in technology or automation.
• Demonstrated experience working with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Comfortable navigating governance, compliance, and structured approval processes.
• Track record of delivering complex initiatives on time and within budget.

Recruitment Process

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered – please click the "apply button.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may, however, keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.