About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager with a strong background in Technology to lead complex IT and software development projects for a 1-year contract. This role will involve managing a variety of high-impact technology initiatives, from infrastructure upgrades to software implementations, ensuring that each project is completed within scope, on time, and within budget.
As the Senior Project Manager, you will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to align business objectives with technical solutions, driving the successful delivery of digital transformation efforts. You will be responsible for overseeing multiple workstreams, coordinating teams, and mitigating risks, while ensuring that project goals are met with excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end project management for IT and technology-driven initiatives, such as software development, system upgrades, cloud migrations, or cybersecurity implementations.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, detailing timelines, budgets, resource requirements, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, engineers, IT support, business analysts, etc.) to align project objectives and deliverables.
- Act as the primary point of contact between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals.
- Identify and manage project risks, resolving issues quickly to keep the project on track.
- Oversee Agile or Waterfall project management frameworks, depending on the project’s needs.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, while meeting the organization’s quality standards.
- Conduct regular progress updates to senior leadership, providing visibility into timelines, resource utilization, and key milestones.
- Manage third-party vendors, if applicable, to ensure timely delivery of external services.
- Foster a collaborative environment and encourage open communication across teams to ensure seamless execution of technical projects.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 7+ years of project management experience, with a focus on IT or technology-driven projects.
- Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or relevant project management certification preferred; Agile certifications (CSM, PMI-ACP) are a plus.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Project Management, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
- Industry Experience: Strong background in managing IT infrastructure, software development, cloud technologies, or digital transformation projects.
- Skills:
- Proven experience leading technology projects from inception to completion, delivering on time and within budget.
- Deep understanding of software development life cycles (SDLC), Agile, and Waterfall methodologies.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business terms.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate complex technical challenges.
- Expertise in project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, or Trello.
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills to coordinate across IT, engineering, and business units.