Senior Project Manager

Position Summary :

The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of IT projects from initiation through completion. This role requires a strong understanding of project management methodologies, client-facing skills, and technical knowledge of IT solutions. The ideal candidate will ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget while managing risk and maintaining high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities :

• Project Planning & Execution : Develop detailed project plans, define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Team Leadership : Lead and coordinate project teams consisting of developers, engineers, designers, and other stakeholders. Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.
• Stakeholder Management : Act as the primary point of contact between clients, senior management, and project teams. Communicate project progress, challenges, and milestones to all relevant stakeholders.
• Risk Management : Identify and address potential risks and issues that may impact project timelines, scope, or quality. Develop mitigation plans to reduce project risks.
• Budget Management : Develop project budgets, monitor costs, and ensure that projects are delivered within budget. Report on project financials and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Quality Assurance : Ensure that all project deliverables meet the agreed-upon quality standards. Oversee testing and validation processes to ensure high-quality outputs.
• Documentation & Reporting : Maintain comprehensive project documentation including project plans, timelines, status reports, meeting notes, and change requests. Regularly update stakeholders on project status.
• Continuous Improvement : Evaluate project performance post-delivery and implement best practices to enhance future project efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications :

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. PMP, Scrum, or Agile certifications are a plus.
• Experience : Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in IT project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering software or IT infrastructure projects.
• Technical Knowledge : Familiarity with IT development life cycles, cloud services, software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall), and IT service management best practices (ITIL).
• Skills :
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Asana, Trello).
• Personal Attributes :
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Strong decision-making and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proactive and results-oriented.