Project Manager Lead

Talantir; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Talantir is seeking a Project Manager Lead to run the PMO, setting governance, standards, and ensure delivery across multiple IT projects. Hybrid model with 2 days weekly in Madrid; permanent role; fluent Spanish and English required.

The role oversees a team of Project Managers and technical resources, aligning portfolios with strategic goals, managing risks and budgets, and reporting to executives. Practical leadership and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–6+ years of experience leading teams, including direct PM/PMO management.
• 5–6+ years of IT project or program management experience.
• Experience managing both project managers and technical delivery teams with governance knowledge.
• Preferred certifications: PMP, PgMP/PRINCE2, Agile (SAFe, Scrum, PMI-ACP).
• Key skills: PMO governance, portfolio management, strategic planning, IT delivery leadership, executive communication, risk and financial management, resource planning, and Agile/traditional methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PMO strategy, establishing standards, methodologies, and governance frameworks aligned with business goals.
• Oversee the full project portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and consistent delivery practices.
• Manage and mentor a team of Project Managers and technical resources, including direct leadership over other managers.
• Ensure effective resource allocation, capacity planning, and performance management across the PMO team.
• Implement governance structures, monitor risks, issues, and dependencies, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Directly manage high‑priority or complex projects when needed, coordinating with technical teams, vendors, and business stakeholders.
• Act as the primary interface for executive stakeholders, providing portfolio insights and facilitating cross‑functional decision‑making.
• Drive continuous improvement through KPIs, dashboards, reporting frameworks, and the adoption of Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.

Skills

PMO governance

Portfolio management

Strategic planning

IT delivery leadership

Executive communication

Risk management

Financial management

Resource planning

Agile/Waterfall methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

Job Description – Project Manager LeadLocation:

Hybrid model with 2 days per week visit to Madrid officeContract type: Permanent Languages: Spanish (fluent), English (Fluent +B2/C1)

About the Role

We are looking for a PMO leader responsible for overseeing the organisation’s Project Management Office (PMO). This role delivers strategic initiatives by setting strong project governance, managing a team of Project Managers and technical resources, and implementing standardised project management methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• More than +5/+6 years of experience leading teams, including direct management of Project Managers.
• +5/+6 years of experience in IT project or program management.
• Proven experience managing both project managers and technical delivery teams, with strong knowledge of IT governance and delivery frameworks.
• Preferred certifications: PMP, PgMP/PRINCE2, Agile (SAFe, Scrum, PMI‑ACP).
• Key skills: PMO governance, portfolio management, strategic planning, IT delivery leadership, executive communication, risk and financial management, resource planning, and Agile/traditional methodologies.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead the PMO strategy, establishing project management standards, methodologies, and governance frameworks aligned with business goals.
• Oversee the full project portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and consistent delivery practices.
• Manage and mentor a team of Project Managers and technical resources, including direct leadership over other managers.
• Ensure effective resource allocation, capacity planning, and performance management across the PMO team.
• Implement governance structures, monitor risks, issues, and dependencies, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Directly manage high‑priority or complex projects when needed, coordinating with technical teams, vendors, and business stakeholders.
• Act as the primary interface for executive stakeholders, providing portfolio insights and facilitating cross‑functional decision‑making.
• Drive continuous improvement through KPIs, dashboards, reporting frameworks, and the adoption of Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.