Senior Project Manager

Join a leading professional Technology Consultancy, part of HCLTech, with a rich history since 1991. We cater to a diverse clientele, including blue-chip corporate clients and government agencies, providing top-notch IT consulting, digital transformation, and project management services across Australia.

Position:Senior Project Manager
Type: Max Term or ACN Contractor
Location: Melbourne, Eastern Suburbs
Style: Hybrid (Approx. 2 days/week in Hawthorn office + WFH)

About the Role: Embark on an exciting journey as a Senior Project Manager, driving two significant initiatives: an enterprise digital transformation involving the implementation of a cutting-edge ERP solution and a Network Segmentation project for a leading university. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead transformative projects, shaping the future of technology in both corporate and academic sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans for both the ERP implementation and Network Segmentation projects, ensuring alignment with scope, objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and devise effective mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery, fostering collaboration across technical teams, business units, and executive leadership.
• Lead Program Control Group (PCG) and Program Working Group (PWG) meetings, providing oversight to track project milestones and manage governance effectively.
• Provide strong leadership and guidance to project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment while establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
• Identify project risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies to minimize their impact, working closely with QA leads/managers to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of commercial experience with at least 5 years in IT Project Management, showcasing expertise in managing enterprise-scale projects.
• Demonstrated experience in ERP implementations/migrations/remediation projects and prior engagement with Network Segmentation or similar initiatives.
• Proficient in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques, with certification such as PMP highly regarded.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively across various organizational levels.
• Experience in managing project budgets, timelines, and resources efficiently, coupled with problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

How to Apply: If you're a dynamic Senior Project Manager ready to take on the challenge of driving transformative change in both corporate and academic environments, we want to hear from you! Please submit your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to [email address].

Note: Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency (PR). DWS is unable to sponsor or support visas.