Senior Project Manager Software

DAF Holding

Role Purpose

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for leading and overseeing large-scale software development and implementation projects, with a strong focus on governmental and enterprise-level engagements. This role requires a proven track record in managing complex projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in full compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. The Senior Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for clients and internal teams, ensuring seamless execution of projects that are critical to organizational success.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution

Lead end-to-end project management for large-scale software development and implementation projects, with a primary focus on governmental sector engagements.

Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals and client requirements.

Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, and resources to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Ensure strict adherence to government project standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.

Stakeholder & Client Management

Act as the primary liaison with governmental authorities, partners, and external stakeholders.

Build strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

Manage expectations, resolve conflicts, and ensure client satisfaction with deliverables.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Lead multidisciplinary project teams, including developers, testers, business analysts, and technical leads.

Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide guidance to ensure successful project delivery.

Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members to strengthen project management capabilities.

Process & Governance

Implement and enforce project management best practices, methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid), and governance frameworks.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as delivery timelines, quality standards, cost management, and client satisfaction.

Ensure project documentation, reporting, and records are accurate, updated, and audit-ready.

Risk & Issue Management

Proactively identify project risks, bottlenecks, and dependencies, and develop mitigation strategies.

Address project issues promptly, escalating when necessary to ensure minimal disruption to project progress.

Ensure contingency planning for high-risk government-related deliverables.

Strategic Contribution

Support business development and proposal preparation for new governmental tenders and software projects.

Provide input on long-term project planning, resource allocation, and organizational project portfolio strategy.

Represent the company in governmental meetings, steering committees, and industry forums when required.