IT Project Manager - Global Projects (French Required)

We are looking for an IT Project Manager - Global Projects (French Required)

• IT Project Manager - Global Projects (French Required)
• Michael Page SSC

Role purpose

The IT Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and leading the successful deployment of the requested project. This role will be responsible for managing the entire project lifecycle, from mobilization to execution while maintaining continuous alignment with the project teams and key stakeholders.Key Responsibilities

• Lead project management activities for the system and/or changes implementation, ensuring successful delivery on time, within budget and to the agreed scope and quality.
• Establish clear project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria
• Create & maintain comprehensive project plans and strategies for managing project constraints.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties to ensure activities are executed effectively.
• Track project progress and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Facilitate project meetings ensuring stakeholders are updated regularly on progress, risks and issues and can make informed decisions.
• Align and collaborate with other cross-functional and interdependent projects managers to ensure deliverables are aligned
• Manage the transition and cut over process of environments from development to staging and production.
• Manage project dependencies, risks, issues and develop mitigation plans and escalation procedures
• Ensure adherence to the agreed project frameworks and best practices in project management.
• Capture and drive lessons learned throughout the project.

Qualifications:

• Project Management accreditation (PMI, Prince2, other)
• ITIL, MSP desirable but not essential
• 4+ years of project management experience,
• Proven track record of managing large-scale IT deployments
• Fluent in English. French language proficiency is a strong asset.
• Experience in HR system implementation and IT projects

Skills and attitudes:

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2) and tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Smartsheet).
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making with a proactive approach.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong experience managing third-party vendors throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment on scope, timelines, deliverables, dependencies, and issue resolution.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and functions.
• Demonstrated resilience and adaptability, with the ability to manage changing priorities while maintaining focus on delivery.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously