ICT Project Manager HR
A fantastic opportunity for a skilled ICT Project Manager to join a globally renowned Research and Development Centre, supporting the team at their Headquarters in Leuven, Belgium.
This is initially a 12 Month Contract with option to extend.
RESPONISIBILITIES INCLUDE
Project Planning & Coordination:
* Define and maintain an up-to-date, comprehensive project plan that identifies deliverables, work breakdown structure, timelines, resources, risks, and dependencies.
* Coordinate, motivate, and support the project team to achieve objectives effectively.
Vendor Management:
* Manage and coordinate ICT vendors (software, hardware, and consultancy) to ensure alignment with project goals.
Governance & Reporting:
* Establish required project governance, organizing project team meetings and steering committees.
* Present key elements for decision-making at steering committees, including impacts and alternatives.
* Regularly report on project progress, budget, risks, and issues to the ICT Business Partner, Team Leader, and ICT PMO Manager.
Execution Excellence:
* Ensure projects are executed in line with agreed standards and methodology, including quality gating and thorough testing before release to production.
* Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation plans to address challenges effectively.
Change Management:
* Lead communication, training, and post-go-live support to ensure successful adoption of the solution.
Handover to Operations:
* Ensure knowledge transfer and operational handover before project closure.
Point of Contact:
* Act as the primary contact for both internal and external stakeholders involved in the project.
Education & Experience:
* A master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
* Proven track record in project and change management, preferably within HR or people-related domains and Microsoft 365.
* Experience delivering HR transformation projects (e.g., HRIS, workforce management, talent or performance systems) and/or affinity with project execution in relation to Microsoft M365 integrations.
* Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile/SAFe), applied pragmatically.
* Experience with HR systems (e.g., workforce management tools such as ATOSS, HRIS platforms, or talent systems) and Microsoft M365 stack is a strong advantage.
Skills:
* Team player with a no-nonsense attitude and the ability to motivate and coordinate diverse teams.
* Strong analytical skills for planning, budgeting, and problem-solving.
* Excellent communication skills, capable of building relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Technical Tools Expertise
* Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 tools (SharePoint, Teams, PowerApps, OneDrive, etc.).
* Experience with Azure DevOps is a significant advantage.
Preferred Experience:
* Experience in workforce management, time & attendance, or scheduling solutions (e.g., ATOSS).
* Familiarity with HR processes such as payroll, workforce planning, talent management, and employee lifecycle management.
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