Information Technology Project Manager
Description
Our client is a leading MNC in the shipping industry with strong international presence and offices worldwide. The firm operates in a global, technology-driven environment and continues to invest in digital platforms, enterprise applications, and IT infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency and business performance.
Project Manager – Digital & IT (based in Mumbai, India)
Organization : This position will report to the head of technology in the headquarters and offers an opportunity to lead diverse technology initiatives, collaborate with international teams, and contribute to the delivery of scalable, secure, and reliable digital solutions.
Requirements
- Manage multiple IT and digital transformation projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality expectations.
- Develop project plans, define milestones, establish deliverables, and coordinate resources across technical and business functions.
- Work closely with software development, IT infrastructure, operations, and analytics teams to deliver technology solutions aligned with business requirements.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and dependencies, and implement appropriate corrective measures.
- Apply suitable project management approaches, including Agile and Waterfall, depending on project requirements.
- Collaborate with technical teams on solution design, implementation planning, testing, and deployment.
- Engage with senior management and international stakeholders to communicate project updates, address challenges, and manage expectations.
- Coordinate external technology vendors, monitor performance, and ensure effective delivery against contractual and project commitments.
- Promote project management best practices, strengthen governance, and support continuous improvement across the IT function.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in IT project management, with a demonstrated track record of successfully delivering complex technology initiatives.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including project schedules, budgets, resources, and stakeholder expectations.
- Sound technical understanding of IT infrastructure, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), software engineering principles, and enterprise technology environments.
- Experience working with cross-functional technical teams and managing third-party IT service providers or technology vendors.
- Strong analytical capabilities, structured problem-solving skills, and the ability to navigate competing priorities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience engaging with senior leadership and geographically distributed teams.
- A proactive, collaborative, and delivery-oriented approach with the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic business environment.
- Familiarity with cloud technologies such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is preferred.
- Project management certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 is preferred.
- Experience delivering IT projects within shipping, maritime, logistics, transportation, or other regulated, operationally complex industries is nice to have.
Benefits
This role provides the opportunity to work in an international business environment, contribute to strategic digital initiatives, and collaborate with multidisciplinary technology teams across Asia. The successful candidate will play an important role in strengthening technology delivery capabilities and supporting the organisation's ongoing digital transformation.
Recruitment Process: Please apply with an updated resume. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential. Our team will review your application and a consultant will get in touch with you accordingly.