Senior Project Manager
Overview
At CGI, we deliver technology that transforms organisations and drives measurable outcomes for our clients. As a Senior Project Manager, you will take ownership of complex, technology‑enabled projects, leading from the front to ensure successful delivery against time, cost, quality, and contractual commitments. You will play a pivotal role in shaping delivery excellence, strengthening trusted client relationships, and guiding high‑performing teams to turn strategy into tangible results.
Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position based out of Leeds.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead & deliver end‑to‑end project outcomes across the full lifecycle.
* Own & control project scope, budget, forecasting, and financial performance (up to £2m TCV).
* Plan & estimate using appropriate techniques to develop robust delivery plans.
* Drive & facilitate sprint planning, iteration cadence, and dependency management.
* Manage & mitigate risks, issues, and corrective actions proactively.
* Engage & influence clients through clear reporting, governance, and change control.
* Coach & empower multi‑disciplinary teams to achieve high performance.
* Ensure & uphold compliance with CGI delivery, quality, security, and governance standards.
Required Qualifications
* Proven experience owning and delivering software projects of comparable complexity, with strong financial and commercial accountability.
* Strong hands‑on Agile and/or hybrid delivery experience, leading teams directly.
* Foundation‑level Project Management qualification (PRINCE2, PMI, APM or equivalent).
* Experience of at least one delivery lifecycle (Agile, Waterfall, consultancy).
* Tools: Jira and MS Project.
* Experience delivering projects at PLP Complexity Level 2 (or equivalent) and with budgets of £200k‑£2m.
Desirable Qualifications
* Practitioner‑level qualification or working towards it.
* Professional ScrumMaster (PSM II).
* Experience working across multiple delivery lifecycles.
CGI offers a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, and a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching). We are committed to inclusivity and building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent.
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