Senior IT Project Manager (12-month contract)

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and manage project plans, including defining project scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines. Identify and document project requirements, risks, and dependencies.
• Communicate and collaborate with project stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management, to ensure a shared understanding of project goals, progress, and expectations.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure effective communication channels. 
• Lead and motivate project teams, assigning tasks and responsibilities, and providing guidance and support throughout the project lifecycle. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment to maximize team productivity and performance.
•  Identify and allocate project resources, including personnel, budget, and equipment, to ensure project tasks are effectively and efficiently executed. Monitor resource utilization and adjust as needed.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues. Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize project disruptions. Regularly monitor and report on project risks and issues to stakeholders.
• Establish and enforce quality standards for project deliverables. Conduct regular quality reviews to ensure that project outcomes meet defined requirements and expectations.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring cost control throughout the project. Provide regular financial reports to stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, tracking key milestones and deliverables. Prepare and present regular project status reports to stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, and issues. 
• Manage project changes, including assessing change requests, evaluating their impact on project scope, timelines, and resources, and implementing approved changes while maintaining project goals.
• Coordinate the successful closure of projects, including conducting post-project evaluations, capturing lessons learned, and documenting best practices for future reference.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an IT Project Manager, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget. Experience in managing IT-related projects is essential.
• In-depth experience with Jira/Confluence/MS Office tools
• Possessing a recognized project management certification, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 is an asset
• Strong understanding of information technology concepts, systems, and methodologies. Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC), infrastructure management, and IT service management (ITSM).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong presentation and negotiation skills are also essential.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional project teams. Experience in agile methodologies and leading agile teams is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve project related issues and risks.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in identifying and managing project risks and issues. Experience in developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• The ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in a dynamic work environment. 

DECISION MAKING & SUPERVISION

• Work autonomously under minimal supervision
• Make decisions and recommendations requiring analysis and
• interpretation within established procedures.