Project Manager

Project Manager - 12-month contract

Job Title: IT Project Manager – Applications & Systems

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of IT projects, particularly in support of application systems and industry-specific platforms.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans; coordinate internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely delivery.
• Communicate project progress, status, and risks to stakeholders, including senior management.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead, motivate, and coordinate cross-functional project teams.
• Ensure operational excellence of business systems, establishing measurable performance metrics.
• Oversee vendor performance and ensure adherence to SLAs.
• Review technical designs and system architecture for enhancements and incident resolutions.
• Drive issue resolution for escalated technical and business concerns.
• Ensure system availability, resilience, and continuous improvement.
• Manage budgets, contract renewals, and technology planning.
• Support compliance and audit readiness in collaboration with governance teams.
• Work closely with infrastructure and cloud teams to ensure systems are well-supported in hybrid environments.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field.
• PMP, CSM, or other relevant project management certifications preferred.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex IT systems and architectures.
• Strong understanding of application development lifecycle, modernization, and cloud integration.
• Experience with regulatory and compliance standards in IT systems.
• Effective stakeholder and vendor management skills.
• Strong communication skills, with experience engaging senior leadership.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and align IT initiatives with business objectives.
• Experience in managing or maintaining custom-built IT systems is advantageous.