Project Manager (12-Month Contract)
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to join our team on a 12-month contract basis. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership capabilities, proven experience in managing end-to-end project lifecycles, and hands-on exposure to IT digitalization and transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end project lifecycle management including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
- Ensure projects are delivered within scope, timeline, budget, and quality standards
- Coordinate project progress, milestone tracking, stakeholder communication, and reporting
- Prepare and manage project proposals, project plans, schedules, effort estimations, and cost forecasts
- Manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and mitigation strategies proactively
- Drive Agile Scrum ceremonies while supporting hybrid delivery models using Agile and Waterfall methodologies
- Maintain proper project documentation including reports, presentations, and project-related records
- Foster strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration across teams
- Promote process improvements and continuous optimization initiatives
- Mentor and guide junior Project Managers
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related field
- Minimum 7+ years of project management experience with at least 5 years across the full SDLC lifecycle
- Proven experience in IT digitalization and transformation projects will be a strong advantage
- Experience working with Agile and Waterfall methodologies
- PMP, CSM, or ACP certifications will be an added advantage
- Excellent leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills
- Proficiency in MS Office, Jira, Confluence, and Jira Service Management
Full-time
Colombo, Sri Lanka