IT Project Manager

at  Horse Racing Ireland

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline.
• Experience in IT project management in a senior-level role.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time, within budget, and meeting quality standards.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLS:

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Experience in project planning, scope management, risk management, and resource allocation.
• Adept at scheduling, tracking progress, and identifying and resolving project issues.

COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to clearly articulate project plans, progress reports, and potential roadblocks.

TECHNICAL SKILLS (PREFERRED):

• Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Working knowledge of IT infrastructure and operations (a plus).

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE SKILLS:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
• Experience in Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

The IT Project Manager will add value to HRI/IHRB in managing a portfolio of new and ongoing IT strategic initiatives. The key responsibilities and competencies required for the role of the IT Project Manager will be:

• Manage Project Planning & Scope Definition
• Manage IT Resources Effectively
• Proactively Identify & Mitigate Project Risks
• Monitor Project Expenses & Control Budget
• Manage Project Schedule & Track Progress
• Implement Quality Assurance & Control Measures
• Maintain Communication with Project Stakeholders
• Manage & Escalate Project Issues
• Prepare Project Reports & Documentation
• Lead Project Closure & Conduct Evaluations