IT Project Manager - Octopus by RTG - Immediate (4 months engagement)

Stryker Corporation; Riyadh; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech consultancy group is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager in Saudi Arabia to lead complex technology projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for project planning, execution, and delivery, while managing stakeholder relationships and cross-functional teams. Applicants should have a strong background in project management methodologies, with at least 5 years of experience. This role requires exceptional communication and leadership skills, along with relevant educational qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years experience in IT project management.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans outlining scope, objectives, and timelines.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders and ensure communication.
• Lead cross-functional teams and assign tasks effectively.
• Monitor project budgets and optimize resource utilization.
• Identify and manage project risks proactively.
• Oversee project execution and track progress.
• Ensure high-quality IT solutions through QA processes.
• Document project status and maintain documentation.
• Conduct post-project reviews and implement improvements.

Skills

IT project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management methodologies

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

5+ years in IT project management

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Asana

Trello

Job description

Robusta Technology Group (RTG) is a key driver of digital transformation by providing a holistic tech ecosystem. RTG works with its local and international partners to help build digital customer experiences, establish engineering hubs and build ventures across multiple industries and domains. In this pursuit, RTG serves as a catalyst for impact and growth through events, spaces and content focused on creating impact and growth across the different interactions.

Octopus is proud to be part of the Robusta Technology Group (RTG), a leading tech consultancy group. With a decade of experience and a successful track record of delivering over 300 projects across Europe, the Middle East, and North America, RTG has established itself as a preferred employer in the Egyptian market. Octopus and Robusta are building a bridge between Europe and Africa, creating tailored hub solutions to connect companies with top talent across the globe.

Job Overview

The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering complex technology projects within scope, budget, and timeline. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing stakeholders, and ensuring project alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate will oversee all phases of the project lifecycle—from initiation to closure—while ensuring quality standards, risk mitigation, and effective communication across all parties. A strong background in project management methodologies, technical understanding, and leadership is essential for success in this role.

Job Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Developing a comprehensive project plan that outlines the scope, objectives, deliverables, timeline, budget, and resource requirements for IT projects. Identifying and mitigating potential risks and issues.
• Stakeholder Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with project stakeholders, including clients, business users, IT teams, and vendors. Ensuring clear and effective communication, managing expectations, and addressing concerns throughout the project lifecycle.
• Team Leadership: Leading and managing cross-functional project teams, including developers, analysts, testers, and other IT professionals. Assigning tasks, setting clear goals, and providing guidance and support to team members.
• Budget and Resource Management: Monitoring and controlling project budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring optimal utilization of resources. Collaborating with finance and procurement teams to procure necessary resources and manage vendor contracts.
• Risk Management: Identifying and assessing project risks, and developing risk mitigation strategies. Proactively managing risks, issues, and changes that may impact project scope, timeline, or budget.
• Project Execution and Monitoring: Overseeing project execution, tracking progress, and ensuring adherence to project plans and milestones. Conducting regular status meetings, providing project updates, and addressing any deviations or obstacles that arise.
• Quality Assurance: Ensuring the delivery of high-quality IT solutions by defining and implementing appropriate quality assurance processes. Conducting regular reviews, inspections, and tests to verify that project deliverables meet the defined standards and requirements.
• Change Management: Managing changes to project scope, requirements, or schedule by assessing their impact, obtaining necessary approvals, and communicating changes to stakeholders. Ensuring that changes are properly documented and implemented.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining accurate project documentation, including project plans, status reports, meeting minutes, and other project-related artifacts. Providing regular progress reports to project stakeholders and senior management.
• Lessons Learned and Continuous Improvement: Conducting post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement. Implementing process enhancements and best practices to optimize project delivery and increase efficiency.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Proven experience (5+ years) in IT project management within medium to large-scale organizations.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical teams and managing complex IT projects from initiation to delivery.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall).
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, MS Project, Asana, or Trello.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and IT infrastructure concepts.
• Familiarity with risk assessment, quality assurance, and change management frameworks.
• Experience with budget tracking and vendor management systems.

Preferred Skills

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 Certification.
• Agile/Scrum Master Certification.
• ITIL certification (advantageous).