Senior IT Project Manager - SDLC - Payment Systems - Halle - CDI Contract

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful end-to-end delivery of multiple complex software and service projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget and client-satisfactory execution., Project Scoping & Engagement

• Define project scope, objectives, risks, resource needs and budgets
• Identify client requirements and produce project plans
• Support opportunity identification and participate in project sales presentations

Project Management & Delivery

• Lead complex, cross-functional project teams
• Ensure project documentation, governance and sign-offs
• Conduct project planning workshops
• Manage contract administration and client expectations
• Monitor and control project progress, financials and resource utilisation
• Provide frequent revenue forecasting
• Manage cost, schedule and resource variances
• Trigger invoicing milestones and ensure proof of delivery

Implementation & Monitoring

• Perform project reviews and status reporting
• Oversee vendor performance and drive improvement initiatives

Do you have experience in Software development?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Strong knowledge of agile software development and infrastructure project methodologies

• Advanced cross-functional leadership capabilities (strategic thinking, communication, adaptability)
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities and teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including executive-level reporting
• Ability to lead change and coach teams
• Proficiency with MS tools (Teams, Project or equivalent)
• Experience with project management systems or PSA tools
• Familiarity with PM standards (PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile, etc.)

Selection Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration or related field
• 10+ years of experience managing medium to large complex projects in a Professional Services environment
• Proven ability to manage project budgets up to €10M
• Required: Agile delivery experience
• Strong project management and soft skills (negotiation, facilitation, conflict resolution, executive communication)
• Experience managing cross-functional and supervisory teams
• Preferred: Experience in retail industry (food or non-food)
• Preferred: PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent certification

Languages

• Native level in Flemish
• Fluent English, * Must hold a valid work permit for Belgium
• Must have a residence permit confirming right of residence