IT Project Manager
Ulster Carpets is a renowned, family-owned carpet manufacturer based in Portadown, Northern Ireland. Founded in 1938, the company is a global leader in the production of high-quality, luxurious woven carpets for export to customers located all over the world.
We are seeking an experienced IT project Manager to lead and develop a portfolio of technology enabled projects within a complex manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end project delivery, working closely with all key business functions and third-party vendors to deliver IT projects that drive growth and transformation.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the full lifecycle delivery of IT projects, from initiation and business case development through to implementation and benefits realisation.
- Deliver multiple concurrent projects aligned to a wider IT and digital transformation roadmap.
- Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, dependencies, risks, and issues proactively.
- Ensure the business is properly engaged and that IT projects are business sponsored and properly resourced.
- Work closely with all business areas to identify project requirements and needs and to ensure IT solutions are fit for purpose.
- Ensure project investments deliver tangible business benefits, such as improved performance, reliability, security, and scalability.
- Manage internal delivery teams and external vendors, systems integrators, and consultants.
- Present clear, concise updates to senior leadership and steering groups.
Essential Criteria:
- Proven experience delivering IT and business transformation projects in a structured, controlled environment.
- Strong background in end-to-end IT project management, from initiation and planning through to delivery and handover
- Strong understanding of IT system security and infrastructure requirements.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical teams, business users, and senior management.
- Strong planning, documentation, and communication skills, with a clear and pragmatic approach to delivery.
Benefits:
- Gym membership reduced fees
- Enhanced Holiday entitlement
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay with service
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free flu jabs
To apply send your tailored CV by clicking in the apply button below.
The company is committed to selection on merit.
Benefits:
Group Life Assurance Paid Holidays Pension Fund Medical Aid / Health Care Parking mater
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