Senior Project Manager

Community Consulting; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Consulting is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Digital Transformation & Delivery to lead complex IT transformation programmes from initiation to handover. You will balance business, IT, Data and PMO perspectives while adhering to governance.

The role requires at least 10 years managing large projects in matrix organisations, strong risk management, and experience with Cloud transformation. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams and external suppliers to deliver on time and within

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience managing complex IT projects.
• Ability to manage multiple projects within matrix organisations.
• Advanced IT project management and risk management capabilities.
• Advanced knowledge of business process management and Cloud transformation.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams without hierarchical authority.
• High professional maturity, autonomy, accountability and sound judgement.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, diplomacy and conflict management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex digital transformation projects from initiation through operational handover.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously within scope, budget, quality and timelines.
• Coordinate business, IT, Data teams and external suppliers.
• Manage project risks, dependencies, resources and competing priorities.
• Collaborate closely with operational managers, the PMO, Business Partner and Architecture Review Board.
• Ensure accurate project reporting and governance compliance.
• Apply established PMO methodologies and project delivery standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project delivery practices.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

PMO governance

Cloud transformation

Programme management

Public-sector experience

Job description

Our client is undertaking a multi-year digital transformation programme to modernise its IT and Data environment, optimise business processes and strengthen internal capabilities.

The programme is led by the Head of Transformation, supported by IT, Data and PMO Managers, a Business Partner / Functional Analyst and an Architecture Review Board (ARB).

We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager – Digital Transformation & Delivery to lead complex transformation initiatives, ensure successful project execution and contribute to the overall transformation roadmap.

The successful candidate will work closely with business, IT, Data and operational stakeholders while respecting established governance and decision-making structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex digital transformation projects from initiation through operational handover.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery within agreed scope, budget, quality and timelines.
• Coordinate business, IT, Data teams and external suppliers.
• Manage project risks, dependencies, resources and competing priorities.
• Anticipate delivery challenges, propose pragmatic solutions and elevate issues when appropriate.
• Collaborate closely with operational managers, the PMO, Business Partner and Architecture Review Board.
• Ensure accurate project reporting and compliance with programme governance.
• Apply established PMO methodologies and project delivery standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project delivery practices.
• Exercise effective cross-functional leadership while respecting governance boundaries and managerial accountabilities.

Must have

• Minimum 10 years of experience managing complex IT projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects within matrix organisations.
• Advanced IT project management and risk management capabilities.
• Advanced knowledge of business process management and Cloud transformation.
• Strong understanding of both business and IT environments.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams without hierarchical authority.
• High professional maturity, autonomy, accountability and sound judgement.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, diplomacy and conflict management skills.
• Ability to challenge stakeholders constructively while respecting governance and decision-making responsibilities.
• Pragmatic, structured and solution-oriented approach to delivery.

Should have

• Experience contributing to transformation programmes and broader delivery roadmaps.
• Experience working with IT, Data, operational teams and external suppliers.
• Experience in public-sector environments.
• Ability to operate effectively within established PMO and architecture governance structures.

Nice to have

• PRINCE2 or PMI certification.
• Agile project management knowledge or experience.
• ITIL knowledge.

Who we are

Community Consulting goes beyond traditional consulting; it’s all about fostering connections in an atmosphere of trust and confidence.
Transparency & Honesty : We say things as they are. Clear communication for seamless collaboration.
#COMMUNITEAM : Work independently, but never alone. Collective intelligence drives us further, faster.
Total Commitment : Always present, always engaged. We find solutions and make sure everyone moves forward together.
Guaranteed Efficiency : No fluff, just results. We act fast, keep our promises, and deliver top quality.
This is our DNA. This is how we make a difference.