Project Manager

Project Manager UK Remote- 12 Month Contract - Inside IR35

About Bigspark

We are creating a world of opportunity for businesses by responsibly harnessing data and AI to enable positive change. We adapt to our clients needs and then bring our engineering, development and consultancy expertise. Our people and our solutions ensure they head into the future equipped to succeed.

Our clients include Tier 1 Banking and Insurance clients, weve also been listed in the Sunday Times Top 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies.

As a Project Manager at BigSpark, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and stakeholders, to manage project lifecycles, from requirements gathering to launch. This role requires a balance of technical knowledge and exceptional project management skills.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Project Planning & Execution: Lead the end-to-end project management of technical initiatives, including project scoping, timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define project requirements and expectations, providing clear communication on progress and risks.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with development, product, and design teams to ensure technical feasibility, adherence to best practices, and on-time delivery.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Manage project issues and drive them to resolution with a proactive approach.
• Budget & Resource Management: Track and manage project budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and alignment with financial targets.
• Agile Methodologies: Facilitate agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and manage backlogs to ensure iterative progress on project deliverables.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure quality standards are met by coordinating testing phases, managing feedback loops, and overseeing final acceptance of project deliverables.
• Documentation & Reporting: Create and maintain detailed project documentation, including schedules, meeting notes, and performance reports for stakeholders and leadership.
• Qualifications:
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in project management, with a focus on technical or software development projects. Previous experience in a contract or consultancy role is a plus.
• Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC), Azure Cloud technologies, and modern development frameworks. Ability to translate technical requirements into project plans.
• Certifications: PMP, Agile, Scrum Master, or other relevant certifications are preferred.
• Skills: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership, with the ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Trello, or Microsoft Project.
• Experience in managing budgets, resources, and project timelines.