Senior IT Project Manager-Public Sector Projects (Client Services) (PRSPM1026)

PRIORITY Quality Consultants; Ohio; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Meal vouchers

Mobile phone

EAP (24/7)

Training & development

Job summary

PRIORITY Quality Consultants, on behalf of its client, a well-established IT company, seeks a Senior IT Project Manager to oversee complex public-sector IT projects from initiation to closure. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, and maintain strong client communications in a dynamic environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of IT project management experience, with excellent English and Greek communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field.
• At least 7 years of IT Project Management experience.
• Strong planning, coordination, risk and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English and Greek, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex IT projects for public sector organizations, ensuring timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards.
• Coordinate and supervise cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Serve as primary point of contact for project matters with clients, government authorities, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans with timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation and corrective actions.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and align with business objectives.
• Translate business requirements into clear functional specifications for technical teams.
• Prepare and deliver project status reports, presentations, and documentation.
• Ensure coordination across multiple projects while maintaining client satisfaction.

Skills

project planning

risk management

stakeholder management

communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Job description

PRIORITY Quality Consultants, on behalf of its client, a well-established and growing IT company specializing in the design and implementation of large-scale digital transformation projects, is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to join its team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing complex IT projects within the public sector, managing the entire project lifecycle from initiation and planning to execution, delivery, and closure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex IT projects for public sector organizations, ensuring timely delivery within the agreed scope, budget, and quality standards.
• Coordinate and supervise cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related matters, maintaining effective communication with clients, government authorities, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks and challenges, and implement appropriate mitigation and corrective actions.
• Manage stakeholder expectations, address project-related issues, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand business requirements and translate them into clear functional specifications for technical teams.
• Prepare and deliver project status reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure effective coordination across multiple projects while maintaining high standards of quality and client satisfaction.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of proven experience in IT Project Management, ideally involving complex or large-scale IT implementations.
• Strong project planning, coordination, risk management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and operate professionally in complex and sensitive environments.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent command of Greek and English, both written and spoken.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience managing IT projects for public sector organizations.
• Familiarity with public procurement procedures, government IT projects, or EU-funded digital transformation initiatives.
• Project Management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.
• Experience in requirements gathering, business analysis, and functional specifications.
• Familiarity with Agile and/or Waterfall project management methodologies.

• Competitive compensation package.
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities.
• Meal vouchers (Ticket Restaurant Card).
• Private health insurance.
• Mobile phone, in accordance with company policy.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing confidential psychological, emotional, and wellbeing support.
• A collaborative, supportive, and dynamic working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful, large-scale IT and digital transformation projects within the public sector.