Project / Program Manager IT Infrastructure

Job Description

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Project / Program Manager to strengthen its IT project management capabilities. The role will focus primarily on leading strategic IT infrastructure initiatives that are critical to both business operations and external stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing one or more infrastructure-related projects while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, architectural standards, and delivery expectations. In addition to infrastructure programs, the consultant may also contribute to other project management assignments within the broader IT landscape.

This position requires a professional who can effectively manage complex environments, coordinate multiple stakeholders, and oversee projects from initiation through successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

Drive the planning, execution, and successful delivery of IT infrastructure projects and programs.

Manage project timelines, budgets, resource allocation, risks, and overall project performance.

Coordinate activities across internal teams, consultants, suppliers, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project progression.

Ensure all project solutions comply with the client's established architecture principles, governance standards, and technical frameworks.

Validate that project deliverables meet business requirements before deployment, operational transition, and final handover.

Collaborate closely with operational teams, management functions, and related project groups to maintain alignment across initiatives.

Monitor dependencies and interconnections between concurrent projects and workstreams.

Prepare project documentation, status reports, presentations, and decision-making materials for project sponsors and steering committees.

Facilitate stakeholder engagement and communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Support additional project management and governance activities when required.

Experience Required

Several years of experience managing large-scale and complex IT projects involving multiple stakeholders and parallel workstreams.

Proven experience delivering projects within IT infrastructure or closely related technical domains.

Strong track record of leading projects through the complete lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, implementation, transition, and closure.

Experience coordinating internal teams, external vendors, consultants, and service providers.

Familiarity with established project governance frameworks, methodologies, and organizational project management processes.

Experience working within both traditional waterfall and agile delivery environments.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Information Systems, Project Management, or a related field.

Relevant project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile certifications, or equivalent are considered advantageous.

Required Skills

Project & Program Management

IT Project Management

Program Management

End-to-End Project Delivery

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Budget and Financial Tracking

Project Governance

Resource Coordination

Technical Expertise

IT Infrastructure

Complex IT Environments

Architecture Compliance

Infrastructure Transformation Projects

Delivery Methodologies

Agile Project Management

Waterfall Project Management

Hybrid Delivery Models

Communication & Leadership

Executive Reporting

Steering Committee Communication

Documentation Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Vendor and Supplier Management

Language Requirements

Swedish - Professional/Proficient (Mandatory)

Strong written and verbal communication skills in Swedish are essential.

Preferred Personal Qualities

Strong organizational and structured working approach.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Business-oriented mindset with the ability to translate operational needs into actionable project plans.

Flexible and adaptable when managing changing priorities and project conditions.

Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes on schedule.

Collaborative leadership style with the ability to bring stakeholders together and drive consensus.

Work Arrangement

Full-time assignment (100% utilization).

Primarily based on-site in Gothenburg.

Remote work may be permitted when appropriate and agreed upon with the client.

A minimum of 80% on-site presence is required, with periods of full on-site attendance expected depending on project demands.

Application Method: Interested candidates can apply by sending their profile to hr@semiconservicenordic.com