Senior IT Project Manager at Fidelity in Galway, Connacht, Ireland

Senior IT Project Manager Location: Galway, Ireland Job Description: Senior IT Project Manager - Grade 6 The Senior IT Project Manager supports one or more technology projects and/or delivery teams, partnering with product, program and engineering/technology leaders to embed modern iterative delivery practices and principles into day-to-day work. Including planning, tracking, and managing project and/or teamwork including dependencies, risks, releases and status updates.​ They are accountable for assessing and determining project prioritization and ensuring project delivery. ​They do so by modeling Fidelity leadership behaviors and adaptive ways of working, helping evolve and sustain an innovative, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities Planning & Coordination Align project scope, objectives, and roadmaps with product, business, and technology strategy. ​ Manage multiple projects of low to medium size or complexity, or a single project of high visibility complexity and/or risk.​ Partner with product, program, and technology leaders to create plans, identify risks and dependencies, and release schedules.​ Maintain project documentation and ensure transparency through structured communication channels. Execution & Delivery Management Lead and manage events to support backlog prioritization, planning, and execution across multiple projects or complex initiatives. ​ Track and report delivery health to stakeholders using leading and lagging indicators ​ Facilitate trade-off discussions using empirical delivery data to ensure milestone achievement. ​ Drive shared accountability for delivery against capacity, quality standards, and business value. Identify, manage, and communicate risks and dependencies. ​ Coordinate internal and external communications and training plans to support project execution. Continuous Improvement & Predictability Implement and refine delivery processes using data insights and historical trends to improve predictability and efficiency. ​ Optimize workflows and work sequencing for continuous delivery and reduced context switching. ​ Identify lifecycle-based strategy updates and improvement opportunities to maximize outcomes. Technology & Quality Oversight Enforce engineering excellence by managing quality standards, technical debt, incidents, and change processes. ​ Support release management activities and coordination across teams ensuring readiness across teams, and clear communication. Team Leadership & Culture Motivate and guide teams by fostering a culture of ownership and accountability. ​ Support team formation, training, and continuous improvement through feedback and learning opportunities. Required Skills & Qualifications Experience & Education Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5-7 years of experience in project or delivery management roles. Experience supporting technology delivery teams in a large enterprise environment. Project & Professional Capabilities Project Planning & Roadmap Development – Ability to define scope, objectives, and timelines aligned with business goals. Delivery Management – Expertise in managing schedules, resources, and budgets for complex projects. Risk & Dependency Management – Skill in identifying risks, managing dependencies, and ensuring release readiness. Data-Driven Process Improvement – Using metrics and trends to optimize delivery predictability and efficiency. Stakeholder Communication & Influence – Providing transparency and aligning diverse stakeholders. Performance Monitoring & KPI Management – Tracking delivery health and reporting progress against milestones. Change Leadership & Adaptability – Driving adoption of modern delivery practices and fostering innovation. Iterative Delivery Frameworks – Deep understanding of frameworks including Scrum, Kanban, SaFE, Lean, Six Sigma, etc. Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Knowledge: Deep understanding of the phases from requirements to deployment, and the systematic implications of challenges Category: Information Technology