IT Project Manager
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Job description
IT Project Manager - Strategic Technology Implementation - 1 Year Contract - No Sponsorship Available We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead a strategic technology initiative for a large organisation. This role will oversee the implementation of a new technical stack supporting design and planning teams, including industry-standard tools and custom development. The design phase is complete, with development scheduled to begin in early 2026. This is a high-profile project requiring a strong technical PM who can manage complexity, communicate effectively with business stakeholders, and ensure delivery excellence. In addition, the successful candidate may also be asked to manage a parallel, more routine project., + Develop, track, and manage project budgets, plans, timelines, and scope.
- Manage project resources, including procuring staff and motivating, coaching, and advising team members.
- Partner with functional teams to define business requirements.
- Lead development teams in delivering high-quality software solutions that meet business needs.
- Define test plans and ensure products are defect-free before User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
- Facilitate UAT and develop rollout plans and procedures.
- Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses to stakeholders.
- Ensure appropriate systems development and project management processes are followed.
- Present updates to steering committees and project sponsors.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
- PMP or PMI certification.
- Proven project management experience in large-scale, multi-platform environments.
- Strong people management and team-building skills.
- Ability to adapt and exercise judgment in a changing environment with competing priorities.
- Quick learner of business processes, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong risk assessment and management skills.
- Experience delivering technology and business application solutions.