Senior IT Project Manager

Senior IT Project Manager

Location: Dublin
Contract: 12-month fixed term
Salary: €74,701 per annum
Blended Working: Minimum two days per week onsite

Sanderson is recruiting on behalf of a leading national authority dedicated to driving Ireland's energy transformation. This organisation plays a pivotal role in reducing fossil fuel dependency, promoting clean energy solutions, and delivering innovative programmes that support citizens, businesses, and communities. If you want to contribute to impactful projects that shape Ireland's sustainable future, this is an excellent opportunity.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale IT programmes within a dynamic and innovative environment. This role involves managing complex projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful implementation of business-critical systems.

You will report to the PMO and work closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with organisational strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of major IT programmes, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee project governance, compliance, and quality assurance.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, business readiness, and deployment plans.
• Establish detailed programme plans including milestones, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and resolve issues proactively.
• Drive change management initiatives and ensure effective stakeholder communication.

Essential Requirements

• Degree (NFQ Level 8 or higher) in IT, Computer Science, Project Management, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in IT project/programme management within a PMO environment.
• Proven experience managing multi-vendor ICT delivery models.
• Professional project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Strong knowledge of methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and project management tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable: Experience with Microsoft-based systems, large integrated systems, and public sector projects.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary and 27 days annual leave.
• Flexible blended working arrangements.
• Opportunity to lead transformative IT projects in a collaborative environment.

For further information and to apply, please send your CV to Sanderson.