Senior Delivery Manager
Senior Delivery Manager Integration & Platform Change Contract | Remote | UK Public Sector Project OVERViEW We are seeking an experienced Delivery Manager to shape and mobilise a complex technology change programme. Working in a hybrid Delivery Lead capacity, you will drive delivery readiness, manage dependencies, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and establish the roadmap, governance and delivery approach for a major integration and platform transformation initiative. Who We’re Looking For Experienced Delivery Lead, Technical Delivery Manager or Agile Delivery Lead Strong background delivering complex technology, integration or platform change programmes Comfortable working with Business Owners, Platform Owners, Architects and Technical SMEs Able to bring structure, drive decisions, remove blockers and maintain delivery momentum Experienced working in complex stakeholder environments with evolving priorities
Key Responsibilities
Lead mobilisation, planning and delivery readiness activities Define and manage roadmaps, milestones, dependencies, risks and governance Coordinate activities across business stakeholders, platform teams, suppliers and technical SMEs Facilitate Agile ceremonies and delivery forums Drive decision-making and remove delivery blockers Ensure alignment between business objectives, technical solutions and delivery priorities Support the transition from mobilisation into delivery execution Mandatory Requirements Proven experience delivering complex technology transformation, integration or platform programmes Azure integration or enterprise platform delivery experience Strong Agile delivery experience (Scrum and Kanban) Experience managing RAID, governance, dependencies and stakeholder engagement Experience working closely with Architects, Platform Owners and business stakeholders Experience shaping delivery approaches, roadmaps and delivery plans Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to operate in fast-moving environments with changing priorities Desirable API, middleware or enterprise integration delivery Cloud migration or platform modernisation programmes UK Public Sector or Government delivery experience Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM or equivalent) Soft Skills Strong leadership and facilitation skills Proactive and delivery-focused mindset Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Structured, organised and outcome-driven Comfortable challenging constructively and driving accountability Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Contract Details Contract Type: Freelance / Contract- Outside IR35 Location: Remote (UK-based candidates preferred) Start Date: ASAP Clearance: Candidates must be eligible to work with UK Government departments / BPSS.