Robert Walters
Senior Project Manager
- Posted 2d ago
- On Site
- Seasonal
Location
Wellington
Salary
$160 - $170 k/yr
Job Description
Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of IT projects, ensuring alignment with business goals. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your expertise will be crucial in driving project development, management, and delivery. You'll have the chance to foster strong relationships with key stakeholders and contribute significantly to the company's strategic objectives.
What you'll do:
- Lead and manage multiple projects to meet scope, budget, deadlines, and quality expectations.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including risk management, resource allocation and dependencies.
- Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues that may impact delivery.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure clear and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Drive benefits realisation, ensuring alignment with business cases and strategic objectives.
- Oversee project budgets, tracking financial performance against forecasts and ensuring cost efficiency.
- Establish and maintain governance frameworks to ensure project compliance with organisational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, fostering trust and alignment between IT, business units, and vendors.
What you'll bring:
- Relevant Degree in IT and/or Project Management or transferable field.
- 5-10 years’ experience delivering projects and systems implementations in complex organisations.
- Experience with leading a project in the Master Data Management space is essential for this position.
- Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall and hybrid project methodologies.
- Experience managing budgets and project financials.
- Ability to lead teams and manage stakeholder expectations.
- Experience reporting to senior leadership and governance boards.
- Strong vendor and contract management skills
- Change management experience to support project adoption.
What sets this company apart:
With stunning offices based in Albany, our client is a well-established organisation that values it's people and places great emphasis on fostering a inclusive and collaborative work environment.
This company also prides itself on its supportive leadership and commitment to growth, making it an ideal place for ambitious professionals looking to advance their careers.
Besides joining an awesome team and company, you'll get to enjoy a competitive salary with on-site parking included, plus Southern Cross Health Insurance!
If you were keen to find out more information, apply via the link below or reach out to alexandra.gosling@robertwalters.co.nz or 09 374 7336
Hard Skills Required
- Project Management Methodologies
- Master Data Management (MDM) Expertise
- Budget and Financial Management
- Risk Management and Compliance
- Vendor and Contract Management
Soft Skills Required
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Stakeholder Management
Job Schedule
- Shift Work