Technical Project Manager

Job Summary

Are you a detail-oriented project manager who excels at driving technology projects forward? Join our IT team as a Technical Project Manager, where you'll lead the successful planning, execution and completion of a wide range of technology-related projects across Kiwa UK. This role is key to bridging the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring that project outcomes align with strategic goals. This is a remote UK role with occasional travel.

About The Role

• Lead the planning and implementation of technical projects across business units
• Support the development of project governance and dashboard reporting
• Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors for effective project execution
• Track and manage project progress, timelines, scope, and budgets
• Identify and mitigate risks to ensure successful outcomes
• Communicate regularly with stakeholders to align objectives and expectations
• Oversee quality assurance and ensure technical standards are met
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams
• Conduct post-project evaluations and apply lessons learned
• Contribute to continuous improvement of delivery processes
  
  

Do you have what it takes?

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience in a project analyst, business analyst or technical support role
• Project management qualification (Prince2, APM PMQ, PMP) (Desirable)
• Ability to manage multiple dependencies and project risks
• Strong communication, negotiation and decision-making skills
• Proven problem-solving and analytical capabilities
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• High level of computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
• Confident working independently and taking initiative
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, positive attitude
• Experience with risk management and mitigation
  
  

What can you expect from us in return?

• £55,000 per annum
• Generous Annual Leave - Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
• 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday, UK remote role, with occasional travel to our Business Units
• Enhanced Family Leave - Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
• Milestone Rewards - paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers
• Salary Reviews
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Pension Contributions
• Life Assurance - 4x your annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
• 24/7 GP Service - Access to medical advice anytime
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers - Supporting your health and well-being
• Welcome Pack - Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us
  
  

At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.

As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.

If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at [email protected].