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DXC Technology NZ Ltd

Project Manager - Applications

  • Posted 1d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Wellington

Job Description

Job Description:

Intermediate PM

- Must be a Citizen on PR 5+ years

- Applications PM

- Wellington


Why join DXC Technology?


DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) is a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner delivering software, services, and solutions to global enterprises and public sector organizations — helping them harness AI to drive outcomes at a time of exponential change with speed. With deep expertise in Managed Infrastructure Services, Application Modernization, and Industry-Specific Software Solutions, DXC modernizes, secures, and operates some of the world’s most complex technology estates. Learn more on dxc.com


At DXC we pride ourselves on delivering excellence in everything we do. What this means for you is the opportunity to be a part of delivering innovative solutions and helping to solve real business problems for a wide variety of valued clients. Be a part of a strategic Microsoft partnership that provides you with opportunities to deepen your expertise and work at the cutting-edge of technology.


What you will be doing

We are looking for an experienced Intermediate IT Project Manager to support the delivery of meaningful technology initiatives in a government environment. This is an opportunity to work on high-impact projects, partner with business and technical stakeholders, and build your career in a collaborative, purpose-driven team.

In this role, you will help plan, coordinate, and deliver IT projects from initiation through to implementation and handover. You will work across business units, technical teams, and delivery partners to keep projects on track, manage risks and issues, and provide clear reporting to stakeholders and governance forums.

What will keep you busy

•    Supporting the end to end delivery of IT projects that enable better government services

•    Helping define scope, requirements, and deliverables with business and technical stakeholders

•    Tracking progress, managing risks and issues, and supporting change control

•    Assisting with budget tracking, resourcing, and vendor coordination

•    Preparing clear, concise project reports for governance forums and senior stakeholders

•    Ensuring project documentation is accurate, complete, and audit ready

•    Contributing ideas to improve how projects are delivered across the organisation

The skills you will bring

•    Application PM needed with 4+ years experience managing IT projects

•    A bachelor’s degree in IT, business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

•    Experience working across IT delivery environments such as applications, digital

•    A sound understanding of project management approaches including Waterfall, Agile, or Hybrid delivery

•    Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences

•    A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach

Desirable experience

•    Experience working in or with government or regulated environments

•    Familiarity with public sector governance, reporting, or assurance processes

•    Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, AgilePM, or Scrum

Your working environment


At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.


Our culture and benefits


DXC is committed to building better futures for our customers, colleagues, environment, and communities. We take care of each other and foster a culture of inclusion, belonging and corporate citizenship. We put this to action developing and implementing societal initiatives within our Social Impact Practice. #WeAreDXC


As an employer of choice, our “people first” philosophy means we offer competitive remuneration, benefits, training and career opportunities that reflect our commitment to improving the lives of our employees, and the communities in which we live and work. Some of these include;


•    Extensive resources to support your onboarding and continual development including DXC University

•    We know that great people refer great people. We will reward you when you bring your friends and family to work at DXC

•    More time to do the things you love with flexible leave options, including purchased leave

•    Take time to give back with charitable and emergency services volunteer days

•    Well-being matters to us and our Employee Assistance Program is there to support you and your family

•    And of course, all the basics; novated leasing, discounted health insurance, paid parental leave and many other discounts



We are an Equal Opportunity Employer


DXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge. We stand by the ‘bring your whole-self to work’ philosophy. It is our inclusive culture that powers our results, and our company grows only if our people grow.


Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf. More information on employment scams is available here .

Desired Hard Skills

  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Vendor Coordination
  • Project Management
  • Budget Tracking
  • Risk Management

Desired Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Organisational Skills
  • Proactive Approach
  • Solutions Focused

Benefits & Perks

Culture

  • 🤱 Extended Parental Leave
  • 📆 Paid Volunteer Leave
  • 🏘 Work from Home
  • ⚖ Work-Life Balance Support
  • 💼 Life Insurance
  • 🧠 Mental Health Workshops
  • 💚 Counselling Services
  • 💪 Physical Health Workshops
  • 🌿 Wellness Program
  • 🏥 Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 📈 Professional Development
  • 🛂 Visa Sponsorship
  • 🏎 Competitive Salary
  • 🎉 Employee Discounts and Rewards
  • 🎖 Long Service Rewards
  • 📣 Referral Bonuses
  • 🚚 Relocation Support
  • 🏆 Performance Bonus
  • 💻 Company Supplied Technology
  • 📱 Discounted Phone or Internet Plans
  • ⏰ Flexible Work
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  • 📚 Cultural Competency Training
  • 🌿 Indigenous Rights
  • 🧠 Neurodiverse
  • 🏃 Women Leadership
  • ♻ Recycle
  • 🗣 Support Services for Employees
  • 🤲 Volunteering
  • 🌐 INZ Accredited Employer
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