On behalf of a client based in Geneva and Zurich we are seeking a Project- and Portfolio Manager with native-level proficiency in French and very good knowledge of English.
Key responsibilities include:
- Manage and coordinate technical projects from the design phase through to delivery ensuring that deadlines budgets and quality requirements are met.
- Working closely with the development or infrastructure teams to ensure the successful execution of technical projects.
- Translate business needs into clear and detailed technical specifications in collaboration with the development or infrastructure teams.
- Ensure communication between technical teams suppliers and other stakeholders to guarantee alignment and understanding of objectives.
- Monitor and manage risks identify potential obstacles and propose solutions to overcome them.
- Manage project resources including assignments workload and task organization to optimize productivity.
- Oversee testing and validation phases to ensure that technical deliverables meet defined requirements.
- Establish and monitor performance indicators to measure project progress and adjust plans accordingly.
- Ensure complete and up-to-date project documentation including technical specifications project plans and progress reports.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes within the organization.
This is a full-time position (100%) with approximately 40% remote work flexibility.
- You have a degree in project management.
- You have proven experience (minimum 10 years) as an IT Project Manager with expertise in software development or IT infrastructure management.
- You have strong project management skills with a mastery of Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies.
- You have a good understanding of technical architectures software development cycles or IT infrastructures.
- You have excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- You are able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
- You have proven skills in risk management and technical problem solving.
- You have a good knowledge of project management tools (Jira MS Project) and collaboration platforms.
- You have a customer-oriented approach and the ability to understand and anticipate business needs.
- You are fluent in French and have an excellent level of English. Knowledge of German is an asset.