Project Manager (External Consultant)

We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a key application delivery programme as an external consultant. This is a long-term engagement under a near-site service delivery model, which requires the consultant to be based within 2 hours’ driving distance from the client’s headquarters in Warsaw, Poland.

• Manage effectively the full lifecycle and scope of medium-to-large ICT projects.
• Establish and oversee project controls to ensure milestones, deliverables, and business objectives are met.
• Control project quality and monitor risks, variances, and scope changes.
• Liaise with key stakeholders, including the Project Board, and lead internal communications.
• Prepare and present project documentation and technical reports.
• Plan and supervise the delivery process of project products.
• Assign and coordinate tasks within the team; motivate and guide team members.
• Organize and lead project meetings and status updates.
• Apply Agile methodologies and recognised project management frameworks.

• University degree (EQF Level 7). ICT-related degree not mandatory.
• Minimum 8 years of IT professional experience and 5 years of experience as Project Manager in similar roles.
• Minimum C1 level in English (written and spoken).
• At least one of the following certifications:
• PRINCE2 Practitioner
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• PM2 Essential / PM2 Advanced
• or equivalent internationally recognized certification
• You will be a great candidate for us if you:
• Have a proven track record managing ICT projects of medium to large scale.
• Are proficient in project management methodologies (traditional and Agile).
• Demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Have prior experience in public sector or international/EU organisations.
• Are familiar with key domains such as Data Privacy, Information Security Risk Assessment, and Business Continuity.
• Can work effectively in changing environments and take ownership of project outcomes.

Benefits

• Long-term, high-impact engagement in a reputable international environment.
• Opportunity to work on strategic ICT projects with multidisciplinary teams.
• Competitive remuneration with contract stability.
• Fully remote work arrangement with near-site presence requirement (Warsaw proximity).
• Professional collaboration culture with knowledge-sharing mindset.