Software Development Project Manager (Outside IR35)
Location: Ashby (3 days per week on site) Chippenham (1 day per month) Remainder remote
Engagement: Outside IR35 Contract
About the Role
An experienced Software Development Project Manager is required to lead complex, safety-critical software development projects within the transport and infrastructure domain. The successful candidate will coordinate cross‑functional engineering teams to deliver high-quality, compliant software solutions on time, within budget, and to defined safety and quality standards.
The role involves managing full lifecycle software projects — from requirements and design through to verification, validation, and delivery — in alignment with business and regulatory objectives. You'll be working across multiple stakeholder groups, driving collaboration between technical, quality, and programme management teams to achieve successful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver multiple software development projects to defined time, cost, and quality targets.
* Plan, manage, and monitor project schedules, budgets, resources, and risks.
* Coordinate Agile and hybrid development teams, ensuring clear delivery milestones and accountability.
* Manage risks, issues, and change control processes effectively, escalating when required.
* Ensure all software deliverables meet safety‑critical standards and relevant industry regulations.
* Promote best practices for software quality, architecture, and security.
* Maintain close alignment between project teams, customers, and internal stakeholders to ensure satisfaction and transparency.
* Drive a culture of continuous improvement, lessons learned, and process optimisation.
* Produce accurate project documentation and progress reporting.
* Incorporate customer feedback into project delivery to maximise value and usability.
Key Skills and Qualifications
* 5+ years' experience in software project management within complex engineering or technology environments.
* Proven record delivering multi‑million‑pound software projects.
* Experience managing safety‑critical or regulated software development projects (e.g. rail, aerospace, automotive, defence, medical).
* Strong understanding of software development lifecycles (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
* Professional Project Management accreditation (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, APM).
* Proficient in MS Project or equivalent project management tools.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multi‑disciplinary teams across software, systems, and testing disciplines.
* Background in transport or safety‑related technologies advantageous.
Contract Details
Status: Outside IR35
Location:
* Ashby: 3 days per week on site
* Chippenham: 1 day per month
* Remote: remainder of time as required
Duration: [Specify, e.g. 6-12 months]
Rate: Competitive, based on experience
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