Valtech - Senior/Lead Project Manager
Requirements
• 6+ years of project management experience in a software development environment, including at least 3 years in client-facing roles at a service company or agency. • Technically strong: comfortable discussing architecture, integrations, APIs, environments and release processes with engineers. Able to challenge estimates and spot technical risk early. • Strong command of Agile/Scrum and hybrid delivery setups. • Proven ownership of scope, timeline and budget on medium to large projects. • Experience managing several projects or workstreams at the same time. • Experience leading distributed teams across countries and time zones. • Excellent stakeholder management, including with senior client contacts. • Strong negotiation skills on scope, timelines and change requests. • Calm and constructive in escalations and difficult conversations. • Clear, structured verbal and written communication. • Hands-on with Jira and Confluence, and with MS Office. • English at B2+, with confident spoken English for client calls. • Also considered • Also considered • Candidates with prior Delivery Manager experience, provided they are ready to work hands-on at project level. • A technical background (ex-engineer, BA or QA). • Relevant domain experience. • Previous experience in management Data Engineering/Science projects will be a plus • Hands-on use of AI tooling in delivery. • Professional PM certifications (PMP, PSM, PRINCE2).
Responsibilities
• Plan, manage and control scope, budget and timeline of software delivery projects. • Act as the main point of contact for the client on day-to-day delivery and own the client relationship at project level. • Negotiate scope, priorities and change requests with client stakeholders. • Identify and manage risks, dependencies and technical issues early, working closely with tech leads. • Allocate work and manage workload across the team. • Keep a distributed team aligned, motivated and productive. • Run Agile ceremonies and continuously improve delivery processes. • Provide clear, regular reporting on status, risks and budget to the client and internal management. • Give performance feedback to team members and input into their development. • At Lead level, additionally: mentor other PMs and contribute to delivery standards across the account. • If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn. • Commitment to reaching all kinds of people
Benefits
• Private health insuranceWe hope you will never need it, but nevertheless, we offer private health insurance to all our employees. • Private health insurance • Education programWe never stop learning, that’s why we offer our employees an educational program with training and certification. • Education program • Wellbeing programWe all deserve to live a healthy and well-balanced life. It's not an option, it's a necessity! • Wellbeing program • Free beveragesEnjoy free coffee, drinks, and snacks at work, or join one of our famous company dinners. • Free beverages • EventsWe enjoy spending time together, not only at work. Ski trips, carting, laser-tag, wine tasting, picnics, cooking classes… you name it – we’ve done it! There are plenty of cool events to join and to get to know your colleagues. • Events • Competitive conditionsBesides a competitive salary and 24 days of vacation, you will join annual company events with the whole team. • Competitive conditions • Challenging projectsReady for a challenge? We guarantee you'll find challenging projects at Valtech! • Challenging projects • Cool colleaguesWhat's the most important thing in a job? Cool colleagues with whom you spent most of the time during the week. We have a lot of them! • Cool colleagues • Honest feedbackHonesty, openness and respect are among our core values. We encourage an open feedback culture in order to build trust and grow together. • Honest feedback • Your application process • ⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud! • We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know. • Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world. • At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more. • At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate. • Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.
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