Project Manager - Erskine or Newcastle upon Tyne at DXC Technology

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, IT ServicesIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of project management experience, with a proven track record in delivering medium-to-large scale projects
Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, PRINCE2, PMBOK)
Proficient in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, Asana, or Smartsheet
Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management and working with executive leadership
Strong budget, resource, and risk management capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or equivalent certification preferred
Agile certifications (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe) are a plus
Eligible for high level UK Security clearance

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end project management across the full lifecycle—from initiation through to closure
Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, resources, risks, and communication strategies
Coordinate cross-functional teams, vendors, and third parties to ensure seamless project execution
Monitor and report on project progress, using appropriate tools and metrics to ensure transparency and accountability
Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing effective mitigation strategies
Maintain project documentation, ensuring accuracy, version control, and stakeholder accessibility
Communicate regularly with senior leadership, stakeholders, and sponsors, providing status updates, escalations, and strategic guidance
Lead change management efforts to ensure smooth adoption of project outcomes
Drive continuous improvement in project delivery methodologies, tools, and templates
Mentor junior project managers and contribute to the development of project management capabilities within the organisation

Skills

Project Management

Waterfall

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Change Management

Cross-functional Teams

Project Planning

Budget Management

Resource Management

Agile

DXC Technology

IT services for enterprise modernization and management

About DXC Technology

DXC Technology provides IT services to large enterprises, focusing on modernizing their critical systems and operations. The company uses the Enterprise Technology Stack to enhance IT infrastructure, optimize data architectures, and ensure security across various cloud environments, including public, private, and hybrid. DXC operates on a contractual basis, offering consulting, system integration, and managed services to help clients improve their IT operations. What sets DXC apart from competitors is its strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and corporate responsibility, which has earned it recognition as one of the Most Responsible Companies. The goal of DXC Technology is to be a trusted partner for enterprises, helping them achieve scalable and secure IT solutions while promoting inclusion and diversity within its workforce.

McLean, VirginiaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$14.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Risks

Emerging IT service providers offer cost-effective solutions, threatening DXC's market share.

Rapid technological changes may outpace DXC's innovation, risking service obsolescence.

Economic downturns could reduce IT spending, impacting DXC's long-term contract revenue.

Differentiation

DXC Technology is a Fortune 500 global IT services leader.

The company specializes in modernizing mission-critical systems for large enterprises.

DXC's Enterprise Technology Stack ensures security and scalability across cloud environments.

Upsides

DXC is recognized as a leader in the 2024 Magic Quadrant for Outsourced Digital Workplace Services.

The Quercus AI platform collaboration with Ferrovial and Microsoft enhances DXC's innovation capabilities.

DXC's role in transforming Italy's healthcare sector showcases its expertise in digital transformation.

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