Senior Project Manager (12-Month Contract)
Setjob.lk
Full-time
Colombo, Sri LankaLKR 600,000 - 800,000/monthSenior Project Manager (12-Month Contract)
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Project Manager to lead and manage complex IT digitalization and transformation projects. The ideal candidate should possess strong project leadership capabilities, stakeholder management expertise, and hands-on experience in managing projects across the full SDLC lifecycle.
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, work breakdown structures, schedules, and cost forecasts
- Manage project risks, issues, dependencies, and mitigation strategies proactively
- Drive Scrum ceremonies and support hybrid delivery models using Agile and Waterfall methodologies
- Ensure project documentation is properly maintained, including reports, presentations, and project plans
- Obtain customer acceptance for agreed project deliverables
- Establish and manage change request processes while monitoring project impact and timelines
- Foster stakeholder engagement and collaboration across teams
- Promote continuous process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related field
- Minimum 5+ years of project management experience with at least 4 years across the full SDLC lifecycle
- Experience managing IT digitalization and transformation projects is highly preferred
- Experience working with Agile and Waterfall methodologies
- PMP, CSM, or ACP certifications will be an added advantage
- Strong analytical, leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Excellent presentation and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
- Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills
- Proficiency in MS Office, Jira, Confluence, and Jira Service Management
Contract Duration
- 12 Months
If you are passionate about leading impactful projects and driving successful project delivery, we invite you to apply.