Senior Technical Project Manager

Description and Requirements

When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,000 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Are you our next Senior Technical Project Manager

Location: Dublin, as part of our hybrid working model.

Grade: Associate Director

Contract type: Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Project Manager to join our Technology Consulting team.

You will lead the delivery of complex technology projects and transformation programmes, working across client teams, architects, engineers, technology vendors and business stakeholders to translate technical activity into structured, achievable delivery plans.

This is a hands-on delivery leadership role requiring a strong understanding of technology combined with excellent project management, governance and stakeholder management capabilities.

As a general guide, teams would expect to spend around three days per week working in the office, while retaining flexibility to adapt working arrangements to reflect personal, project and client needs.

Your key responsibilities as part of the team

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex technology projects and workstreams, taking accountability for successful delivery against scope, schedule, budget and quality objectives.
• Mobilise new projects, establishing the delivery approach, governance, integrated plan, milestones, dependencies and reporting.
• Translate technical architecture, engineering and solution activities into practical and achievable delivery plans.
• Manage delivery across multidisciplinary teams including architects, engineers, developers, infrastructure teams, security specialists, business teams and third-party suppliers.
• Establish and operate effective programme and project governance, providing clear reporting to senior stakeholders and steering groups.
• Lead projects through the full technology delivery lifecycle, from mobilisation and design through build, testing, deployment, transition and handover.
• Build strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and establish yourself as a trusted delivery advisor.
• Contribute to proposals, client development and the identification of follow-on opportunities.

Your experience, skills, and capabilities

10+ years' experience in project/programme management or technology delivery, with substantial experience leading complex technology initiatives. Your existing role specification currently sets a 10-year minimum.

Strong technical understanding with the ability to engage credibly with architects, engineers and technology leadership.

Experience delivering technology programmes involving areas such as

Microsoft Azure and cloud transformation

Microsoft Dynamics 365 / Power Platform

ServiceNow

• Enterprise applications
• Infrastructure and cloud migration
• Integration and APIs
• Cybersecurity and resilience
• Data and analytics
• Experience working across the full SDLC, from discovery and design through implementation, testing, deployment and transition.
• Strong experience of both Agile and Waterfall delivery approaches.
• Demonstrable experience managing complex dependencies across multiple technical teams and suppliers.
• Experience managing senior business and technology stakeholders, including CIO/CTO-level stakeholders.
• Ability to understand technical architecture and designs without necessarily being the solution architect.
• Strong commercial awareness, particularly in consulting, supplier or managed-service environments.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in complex, ambiguous and rapidly changing environments.
• Consulting experience highly desirable.

Your team

You will be joining a team of over 150 dedicated technology professionals that is has a market reputation for delivering quality outcomes for our clients. We are growing rapidly across all our services and are looking for professionals interested in joining a team that has a culture of learning, innovation and delivering quality outcomes for our clients. Our team has come from a wide variety of backgrounds and has a diversified set of technology skills, and we are open to anyone that can match our values and fit to our culture.

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Benefits Tailored for You

At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That’s why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:

Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well-being with our health insurance options.

Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.

Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.

Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through

Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.

Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.

Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you’re moving to Ireland.

Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Career Progression with Continuous Support

From the moment you join KPMG, you’ll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.

We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html

Ready to Join Us?

If you meet most of the criteria, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV. KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.

For any specific queries about the role, please contact Karine Vatuska.

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Please note that agency assistance is not required for this position.

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