Senior Project Manager

CNTXT; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead strategic IT projects in the MENA region. This role involves driving software projects using Agile methodologies and ensuring customer success through effective project planning and execution. You will manage complex programs, mentor junior project managers, and collaborate closely with stakeholders to align project objectives with business opportunities. If you are passionate about project management and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior role.
• Advanced Agile certifications (CSM/PSM, SAFe) and PMP or PRINCE2 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex programs and ensure successful completion of multiple projects.
• Act as Scrum Master or Agile coach, promoting effective Agile practices.
• Monitor project expenses and ensure they remain within budget.

Skills

Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Leadership

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science

Business Management

Tools

ClickUP

JIRA

Asana

MS Project

Job description

We re seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to join our team, focusing on our strategic industrial partnerships in the MENA region. In this role, you ll drive IT and software projects using Agile methodologies, helping customers realize the full potential of our Industrial DataOps platform, Cognite Data Fusion (CDF), and modern cloud technologies. Your primary responsibilities will include project planning, execution, and ensuring customer success by achieving business goals on time and within budget. This role reports to the Head of Project Management Office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage complex programs consisting of multiple projects, ensuring successful program completion.
• Act as Scrum Master or Agile coach for multiple teams, ensuring effective Agile practices across all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and roadmaps, ensuring resource availability and allocation.
• Identify potential risks and mitigation strategies, ensuring timely and effective risk management throughout the project.
• Monitor project expenses to ensure that they remain within budget, making adjustments as necessary.
• Facilitate clear and transparent communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management.
• Manage project changes effectively, considering stakeholder needs and maintaining project scope integrity.
• Lead project reporting efforts, providing clear and insightful data on project progress, performance, and potential roadblocks to stakeholders.
• Lead and motivate project teams to achieve project goals.
• Conduct project retrospectives, gathering lessons learned and implementing improvements for future projects.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of the PMO and Account Management to align project objectives with customer expectations and business opportunities, ensuring a seamless flow of information for effective planning and execution.
• Mentor and coach junior project managers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior or leadership role.
• Advanced certifications in Agile methodologies (CSM/PSM, SAFe, etc.) and PMP or PRINCE2 strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex IT projects, particularly in industrial sectors.
• Strong experience in IT product development and IT service provisioning.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, organizational, and communication skills.
• Mastery of project management software (ClickUP, JIRA, Asana, MS Project, etc.)

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