Delivery Manager

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King''s IT Department provides core IT infrastructure and application services in support of teaching and learning, research and administration across the College. A wide range of applications and services are delivered and supported by central and campus-based teams working in collaboration with other College colleagues.Within IT Solutions, the IT Estates and Facilities portfolio delivers infrastructure project delivery expertise for Estates and Facilities IT projects.Overview

About the role:

The Delivery Manager (DM) takes responsibility for the delivery of value through systems-based change in a large complex environment, leading a diverse multi-skilled team. The DM will have expertise in either – or both – Agile and Waterfall delivery methods. The delivery manager should have experience in managing infrastructure type projects, including structured cabling, networking, and AV implementations.Responsibilities

For Waterfall specialists

Define, document, and successfully deliver IT projects in line with the King''s project delivery standards.Plan, identify, and secure resources to support a successful outcome of work packages of the projectMonitor resource utilisation and expenditure against budgetProduce plan and budget reports to assist in the approval and management of projects as well as briefings and other related project governance communicationsManage IT procurement activities in conjunction with Procurement, Supplier Management, and IT Solutions colleagues. This can include tender development, evaluation, shortlisting, supplier selection and contract negotiationProvide mentoring advice and guidance to less experienced colleagues as requiredMatrix manage staff, contractors and vendors where necessaryEnsure that project, quality, change control and risk management processes are maintainedContribute to the creation of benefits realisation plans as part of each projectFor Agile specialists

Act as a servant leader and coach for an Agile team, facilitating team events and processes as well as supporting teams and Agile Release Trains (ARTs) in delivering value.Educate the team in Scrum, Built-in-Quality, Kanban and SAFe, ensuring that the agreed Agile processes are followed.Improve flow by removing impediments and foster an environment for high-performing team dynamics, continuous flow and relentless improvementAssist decision makers with the review, prioritisation and optimisation of the portfolioBuild high-performing teams by coaching, fostering collaboration, resolving conflicts and developing team skillsetsFor both

Experience of managing the activities of self and/or others.Change delivery skills that may have been gained/be identifiable through previous experience.A direct managerial track record.Authoritative knowledge of the work practices, processes and procedures relevant to the role and specialist work practices and/or professional guidelines relevant to the work area.Sector/commercial awareness.Detailed knowledge and understanding of systems/services in own area and their varied applications.Managerial skills such as coaching, motivation, managing performance.Financial training relevant to the management and control of budgets, or experience of managing budgets.This is a full time / part time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contractAbout you (the candidate)

A list of the essential and desirable criteria provided in your Job description. Candidates will be advised to review the document supplied in the advert to identify where these criteria will be assessedEssential criteria

Experience in managing structured cabling, networking, and AV implementations.Education to degree standard and/or equivalent qualifications / experienceRecognised Project Management Certification or Agile Delivery certification e,g, Prince2 Practitioner, APMP PMQ, SAFe Certified Scrum MasterExperienced at providing expertise managing delivering value with a diverse teamSignificant experience of managing, inspiring, engaging and motivating a team, using interpersonal skills to achieve excellent resultsAbility to identify and manage priorities, whilst considering the needs of a diverse range of stakeholdersExcellent presentation skills and the ability to communicate confidently, articulating ideas to both technical and non-technical audiencesSignificant experience of working with third parties to deliver IT SolutionsExperience in a Main Contractor/Fit-Out environmentDesirable criteria

ITIL Foundation qualificationsDocumentation

Downloading a copy of our Job Description: Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King''s.As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities.We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ''How we Recruit'' pages.Replacements for:Siraj Miah — Role ID: IT615 — SRAF: 426262Nikolett Palatinus — Role ID: IT188 — SRAF: ..... full job details .....