IT Project Manager

We are looking for a Project Manager to oversee multiple IT projects to our external clients. We are looking for a passionate Project Manager who is looking to work within a fast-paced environment.

What you will do

You can expect to see innovative software products and services being released into the market. Our teams work hard to make sure we’re always at the forefront of the industry, and it’s because of you that these teams will run smoothly. Taking responsibility for designated projects, you will ensure we’re delivering projects in a timely manner, always with clear communication between everyone involved. Overseeing projects from start to finish, you’ll highlight risks, assign tasks, devise realistic delivery plans and schedules and maintain the company’s high standards - while impressing your clients with your calm and confident demeanour. You will have control of multiple projects and will need to show an excellent level of technical and commercial competence and self-sufficiency.

About CDL:

CDL is one of the UK’s leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a consistent track record in the high-volume retail insurance sector. CDL has spearheaded developments in the aggregator, web and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment and self-service solutions. As a result, the company’s robust and innovative technologies have enabled its customers to thrive in the highly competitive UK insurance marketplace.

We’ve built a collaborative and creative culture where we employ agile techniques to deliver our pace-setting applications. We pride ourselves on being part of a collaborative, inspiring working environment, with our employees at the heart of our company.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in a software house Project Management role
• Experience of managing software development and / or software implementation projects
• Strong experience and knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle.
• Strong experience of the Project Management Lifecycle
• Proven experience of working in Waterfall and Agile environments.
• Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, face to face and remote working
• PRINCE2 or other project management related training and certifications
• Experience of working in a team with strong leadership skills.
• Experience of using tools such as Excel, Microsoft project etc.
• An enthusiastic, ’can-do’ attitude to overcoming issues and challenges

Bonus Points

• Experience in Insurance Industry

**Due to the pandemic this role will initially start fully remote with a view to return to our offices**

Benefits

• Top employer for 5th year running
• Flexible hours
• Flexible working - home working options
• Excellent training and development platform
• Opportunities for career progression
• Health and Wellbeing programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Virtual activities, lunch and learns, coffee mornings and meetups.
• 25 days holiday to start
• Life and health assurance
• Pension scheme
• Community projects
• Dress down policy

Campus Benefits:

• On-site free parking
• Open plan modern offices
• Shuttle bus to and from the station
• Subsidised restaurant
• Games room and chill out zone
• Social activities, regular social events through our social group Xtra, including a summer bbq, competitions, bowling, go-karting, football games, Winter party and much more!
• Car wash, barber, yoga classes, boot camp and massage services all on site
• Cycle to work scheme
• Shower and dry rooms