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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Lead Project Manager - **Company:** Sulzercore - **Location:** Madrid, Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Information Technology Operations, PRINCE2, Information Technology - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.es/contact-us.html ## About the Role + 9+ years of professional experience in IT and business/industry environments + At least 5 years of experience in team management and leadership roles + Strong experience with project methods and methodologies + Solid knowledge of operating models (Ops Models) + Proven experience in financial management within IT or project-driven environments + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field + Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent practical experience + Fluent in English + Strong leadership and communication skills + Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously + Experience in stakeholder engagement and change management + Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail + Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multicultural environment + Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, including the ability to translate technical solutions into business terms + Deep appreciation for Sulzer's divisional complexity and entrepreneurial culture + Ability to challenge the status quo and promote a unified OneSulzer mindset + Strategic thinker with strong operational rigor and a clear bias for execution ## Description Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. Your main tasks and responsibilities: Portfolio & Project Management + Lead and guide overall execution of multiple IT Projects, ensuring alignment with Sulzer's strategic priorities. + Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery, budget adherence and manage interdependencies between projects. + Maintain project documentation, status reports, and dashboards for leadership and stakeholders. Governance & Methodology + Apply and promote consistent project management methodologies, tools, and reporting standards. + Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and contribute to process improvement initiatives. Stakeholder Management + Build strong relationships with business leaders and IT stakeholders to ensure project objectives meet business needs, leading the IT project Steering Committees. + Act as a key point of contact for project-related communication and issue resolution. + Proactively engage in business partnering, acting as a trusted advisor to business divisions and supporting the identification, prioritization, and management of IT demands to maximize value delivery. Demand Management + Lead the demand management process by capturing, evaluating, and prioritizing business requirements, ensuring alignment with Sulzer's strategic objectives and resource availability. + Facilitate transparent decision-making on project selection and resource allocation. Vendor & Financial Management + Support vendor selection, contract management, and performance tracking for project-related services. + Assist in project budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking. Operational Excellence + Drive efficiency in project delivery and resource allocation. + Champion continuous improvement and simplification across project processes and tools. Sulzer Core Ambition Program + Actively contribute to the SulzerCore Ambition Program by ensuring that all project and portfolio activities support the organizations goals and strategic ambitions. Team Collaboration & Development + Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to a culture of accountability and excellence. + Mentor junior project managers or team members as needed. + Drive efficiency across IT operations, including resource allocation, vendor management, and performance tracking. + Champion continuous improvement and simplification across the IT landscape, including consolidation of tools and platforms. OneSulzer Culture + Promote and embody the OneSulzer mindset by fostering collaboration with an "Entrepreneurial spirit and teamwork", challenging the status quo, and supporting a unified, "Customer focus" culture across all divisions and teams. ## Related Videos - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Successful talent development in tech: A joint journey of executives and talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1497-successful-talent-development-in-tech-a-joint-journey-of-executives-and-talents) - [What 2025 Taught Us: A Year-End Special with Hung Lee](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1784-what-2025-taught-us-a-year-end-special-with-hung-lee) - [DevOps at Netflix](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/270-devops-at-netflix) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [It's not easy being green](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/558-it-s-not-easy-being-green) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [Software Developer Salary in Switzerland [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/215-software-developer-salary-in-switzerland-2023) - [Welcome to Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/4-welcome-to-switzerland)