JC0064 - Project Manager - Senior

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager (aka Epic Owner within Proximus).

Freelancer Opportunity - Contract/Fulltime

WHAT IS THE ROLE?

The Epic Owner plans and steers implementation of large and complex IT development initiatives across different teams (business and/or technical) within budget, in line with continuous delivery practices and to the desired outcome.

He / she sets up effective collaboration and communication between all stakeholders, according to agile governance principles.

He / she is responsible for the planning and steering the implementation of epics with impact on multiple (enabling) tribes.

Establish e2e delivery plan for epics/features:

Align release planning with involved teams considering effort estimates and capacity.

Propose appropriate delivery slices and release slots, favoring frequent releases.

Communicate planning and commitment to all stakeholders.

At all times, maintain clear view on epic timelines and risks.

Bring risks and proposed solution to relevant stakeholders and ceremonies for swift action.

Communicate status to all relevant stakeholders.

Manage epic budget, follow-up on expenses and prepare Capex releases.

Verify if necessary steps are or have been taken for compliancy with financial, security, privacy governance…

Ensure with stakeholders if appropriate change management plan exists.

WHAT ARE THE CURRENT CHALLENGES?

Proximus methodology is in continuous transformation to Agile methodology. We expect the contractor being able to work in an Agile environment and to support the transformation.

The contractor is working within a large team with significant turn-over (back-log, high workload, high expectations, high visibility). We expect the contractor to take initiatives and to be able to manage pressure.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

Assignment of long duration and access to high diversity of epics and lots of opportunities,

Access to an innovative and stimulating environment (always new technologies), stimulating, being part of the transformation.

Being part of an Epic Owners team and of the company culture.

Training on the Proximus methodology.

DEGREE & EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 10 years proven experience as dedicated Project Manager in complex environments.

Experience in the Telco industry is a plus.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

Clear oral and written communication on technological and commercial matters, also to executive audiences.

Experience with IT project management, requiring coordination between multiple teams/domains.

Maintain helicopter-view with sufficient technical knowledge and anticipate potential issues.

Ability to plan ahead in function of available resources and dependencies.

Experience with working in large organizations and bridge business and technical departments

Experience with Agile way of working.

Familiar with MS Office Tools : Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Able to manage all types of projects, business and technical.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

Solution oriented, stress resistant and performing well under tight deadlines

Stakeholder management: effectively facilitate complex stakeholder negotiations and trade-offs.

Assertively and ability to deal with ambiguity and handle conflicts (interpersonal skills, diplomacy, serene debate).

Facilitate large meetings, workshops, and presentations to senior management

Work autonomously and prioritize own time when working on multiple tasks for multiple teams.

Proactivity on issues & risks and strongly results driven.

A strong sense of urgency and capacity to prioritize.

PERSONAL DRIVERS:

Be a role model for Proximus values and Growth mindset.

Believe in a non-hierarchical culture of interaction, transparency and trust between teams.

Be open to new ideas and be willing to experiment and take risks.

LANGUAGES:

English is a must.

Dutch or French (knowledge of the 2 languages is a plus).

Location:

Standard location is Brussels and partly remote working is allowed.