Software Project Manager

Sherborne Talent Solutions; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead software implementation projects. You will define project scope, track progress, manage budgets, and mentor team members. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of customer-facing experience, with a strong background in Agile methodologies and project management tools like Microsoft Project and JIRA. This role is tailored for individuals driven by challenge and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant customer-facing Project Management experience.
• Experience with software implementation projects and SDLC.
• Ability to work with senior stakeholders and C-Suite executives.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Track progress, mitigate risks, and adapt plans.
• Manage financials and highlight efficiency opportunities.
• Maintain robust project records and lead reviews.
• Mentor team members and nurture collaboration.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Budget Oversight

Agile Methodologies

Excellent Leadership

Organisational Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Project Management certification (PMP, Prince2, or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Project

JIRA

Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Job description

I am hiring for a talented Project Manager to lead high-impact software implementation projects and collaborate with cross-regional teams. If you thrive in a fast-paced international environment and enjoy delivering complex solutions that make a meaningful impact, this is an exciting opportunity to join a company driven by authenticity, accountability, inclusiveness, passion, and creativity.

Key responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Define scope, objectives, and deliverables; create detailed plans; ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
• Execution & Monitoring: Track progress, mitigate risks, and adapt plans to ensure project success
• Stakeholder Management: Act as primary liaison for clients and internal teams, with clear and proactive communication
• Budget Oversight: Manage financials responsibly and highlight opportunities for efficiency
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain robust project records and lead project reviews to support continued improvement
• Team Development: Mentor team members, nurture collaboration, and champion best practices

Experience you will use in the role:

• Circa 5+ years of relevant customer-facing Project Management experience
• Experience with software implementation projects and SDLC
• Confident working with senior stakeholders and C-Suite executives
• Project Management certification (PMP, Prince2, or equivalent) desirable
• Strong background managing multiple projects using Agile, Waterfall, or similar methodologies
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project or JIRA
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience managing cross-functional and globally distributed teams
• Ability to manage project budgets and resource allocation
• Experience working closely with Product teams to refine backlogs

If you are driven by challenge, motivated by collaboration, and ready to influence global transformation, we d love to hear from you.