Strategic IT Project Delivery Leader

PwC South Africa; Dublin; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC in Ireland's Tech Central team seeks an experienced Project Manager to drive delivery of critical technology projects and programs, ensuring benefits realization and stakeholder alignment.

You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage scope, schedule and budget, coach junior project managers, and advance governance, change management, and continuous improvement across the IT portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience managing delivery of complex technology projects.
• Proven track record managing multiple projects in a large corporate or consulting environment.
• Experience leading project teams, coaching and performance management.
• Proficient in project management tools with strong governance and reporting skills.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and third‑party contracts.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure, software development lifecycle, and adoption best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle delivery of technology projects with accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate detailed project plans including risks and dependencies.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams and external vendors to achieve objectives.
• Monitor performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation plans.
• Facilitate governance through status reporting and steering committee presentations.
• Champion change management to ensure smooth adoption of technology solutions.
• Provide leadership and supervision to project teams, mentoring junior staff.
• Drive continuous improvement in delivery methodologies and templates.
• Ensure compliance with PwC policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Manage stakeholder relationships to align outcomes with business priorities.
• Support resource planning and capacity management within PM function.
• Lead service improvement initiatives and contribute to Tech Central's strategy.
• Perform other related duties within the Project Management Team.

Skills

Active Listening

Agile Methodology

Agile Team Dynamics

Analytical Thinking

Application Lifecycle Management

Jira Align

Azure DevOps Server

Change Control Processes

Coaching and Feedback

Communication

Creativity

Embracing Change

Emotional Regulation

Empathy

Inclusion

Intellectual Curiosity

IT Operations

IT Project Implementation

IT Project Lifecycle

IT Project Management (ITPM)

Jira Software

Learning Agility

Microsoft Project

Accepting Feedback

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Postgraduate degree advantageous

PMP/Prince2 certification beneficial

Change management qualification beneficial

Tools

Jira Align

Azure DevOps Server

Jira Software

Microsoft Project

Job description

PwC in Ireland's Tech Central team seeks an experienced Project Manager to drive delivery of critical technology projects and programs, ensuring benefits realization and stakeholder alignment.

You will lead cross‑functional teams, manage scope, schedule and budget, coach junior project managers, and advance governance, change management, and continuous improvement across the IT portfolio.