Project Manager 2

Description

As a Project Manager 2 you will lead and manage medium to large projects within the dynamic software engineering team. 
 
The role will encompass overseeing multiple projects simultaneously and driving the successful delivery of state-of-the-art software products. 
 
The ideal candidate boasts a comprehensive knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices, strong stakeholder management skills, a clear understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) with a proven track record of delivering high-quality projects on schedule and within budget. Advanced knowledge of risk management, budgeting, scheduling, and the ability to identify and mitigate project risks and resolve conflicts effectively.
 
Familiarity with Change Management Methodologies would be advantageous.
Project Planning and Management

Main responsibilities: 

• Coordinate and oversee the lifecycle of multiple medium to large technology projects utilizing suitable methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, etc.)
• Manage and update project artefacts within the project planning tool, Monday.com
• Adhere to the project delivery framework, ensuring relevant sign-off is received at each phase of the project from Portfolio Manager, Project Sponsors, Product Owners, and delivery teams
• Effectively communicate project expectations to stakeholders in a timely manner, liaising with them on an ongoing basis
• Monitor project progress, identify, and support the team in resolving any issues or risks that may impact project deliverables and success. Provide IT and Business management teams with project progress, issues, and risks through status reports
• Demonstrate expertise in risk and issue management; document risks and implement mitigation plans. Escalate risks to Project Lead, Portfolio Manager, and project team in a timely and efficient manner
• Lead and organize project status and working group meetings. Manage agendas, meeting minutes, and presentation materials
• Facilitate Lessons Learned and Retrospective sessions, implementing process enhancements
• Conduct project budgeting and variance analysis as required. Maintain accurate project documentation and project artefacts in the company’s approved document repository
• Utilise and incorporate change management best practices and principles into the entire project lifecycle to achieve project objectives

 
Stakeholder Management 

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders, senior management, and Project Sponsors. Regularly communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders to help manage expectations
• Support the Portfolio Manager and Product Owner in managing expectations for project deliverables, stakeholder communications, and with implementing project governance
• Follow best practice and keep stakeholders well informed
• Consistently receives excellent feedback from senior stakeholders
• Engage with and influence stakeholder groups at a senior management level with the purpose of implementing identified solutions, prioritizing requirements, and ensuring that the necessary resources are in place to support business requirements
• Engage with colleagues to prioritize change, conduct impact assessments, and push back on change requests as necessary

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, Leadership, etc.)
• PMP, PMI-ACP, PRINCE 2, or similar project management certification
• Prosci Change Management Certificate or similar change management certificate a plus
• Extensive experience as an IT Project Manager delivering a wide variety of software projects, both in-house and vendor-led
• Strong familiarity with agile and waterfall project management methodologies
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Good knowledge of IT Infrastructure/Operations
• Experience working in a law firm or other professional service industry also a plus