Project Manager

Location:

Hybrid - UK, Newcastle / North East preferred

Contract type:

Part Time

Once you apply you will get a response from us within 72 hours, if you do not get a response sadly you have been unsuccesful. We do try to respond to people personally but sometimes this does not happen.

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Job Description

As a Consulting Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in our consultancy team, contributing to research, data analysis, and market studies that inform strategic decision-making. Your insights will directly impact client recommendations, supporting our commitment to delivering informed and effective solutions.

Join the team

Lead software projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure on-time delivery for Shape’s client projects.

Shape is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of high-quality software projects. You will work closely with developers, designers, and stakeholders to plan, execute, and oversee projects from kickoff through deployment.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing project timelines, goals, and deliverables
Running client meetings, generating notes, and ensuring follow-up actions
Coordinating with development and design teams
Ensuring quality standards across development cycles
Supporting Agile processes and communication workflows
We’re looking for: Strong communication skills, technical understanding of software development, and experience running multiple projects concurrently.

Frequently asked questions

Our guide to Frequently Asked Questions. Explore answers to common queries and empower your decision-making for a seamless collaboration.

How do you ensure security and compliance

Threat modelling begins with understanding your system and the risks it faces. While it starts before any code is written, it’s revisited throughout development to address emerging risks. It involves the development team planning how data will flow through the system. They identify potentially sensitive data, such as personal or financial information, and define trust boundaries – points where data crosses between components or users with different levels of trust. Anything crossing a trust boundary is treated as potentially untrusted, requiring security controls like authentication, encryption, and input validation.

How long does it usually take to develop a custom software project?

Project timelines vary based on scope, but we provide clear estimates during the discovery phase and follow agile processes to deliver efficiently.

What types of businesses do you typically work with?

We typically work with SMEs and niche businesses that need custom software to solve complex problems and scale efficiently.