Lead Technical Project Manager

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We're seeking a Lead Technical Project Manager to join our Business Engagement team in Digital Services. In this hybrid role, you’ll lead and manage a team of Technical Project Managers, providing strategic direction, coaching, and support to ensure successful delivery of digital projects across the council. You’ll use your technical expertise and leadership skills to drive innovation, improve services, and support the Council’s digital transformation goals.

About the Role

As the Lead Technical Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex digital projects that span a wide range of service areas. You’ll ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with the Council’s Digital Strategy.

You will manage and develop a team of Technical Project Managers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture. Your leadership will be key in supporting their professional growth, ensuring consistency in delivery approaches, and maintaining high standards across all projects.

You’ll also work closely with the Engagement Manager and the Lead Business Analyst to prioritise workloads, shape team processes, and continuously improve ways of working across the wider delivery function.

Please note, this is a hybrid role and there is an expectation to work from County Council offices in Matlock as required to support collaboration and delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of Technical Project Managers.
• Oversee the delivery of digital projects from initiation through to completion.
• Collaborate with the Engagement Manager and Lead Business Analyst to prioritise work and shape team processes.
• Manage project scope, timelines, resources, risks, and budgets.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, and service leads.
• Ensure technical solutions meet business needs and are delivered to a high standard.
• Promote agile and flexible delivery approaches where appropriate.
• Support procurement, contract management, and supplier engagement.
• Champion continuous improvement and innovation in project delivery.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in technical project management, ideally within the public sector.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of digital technologies and service transformation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Experience with agile, waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

What we're looking for:

• A confident and proactive leader with a collaborative and inclusive approach.
• Someone who can inspire and support a team while driving delivery excellence.
• A clear communicator who can translate technical detail into meaningful outcomes.
• A strategic thinker who is passionate about delivering better services through digital innovation.

Support & Benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme (27 days increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service): Ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.
• & much more

Provisional Interview Date: 21st / 22nd August 2025 

Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.