IT Project Manager

We are Merlin Digital Partner, a leading IT and digital talent consultancy with over 10 years of experience. We have supported the growth of major industry players such as Wallapop, Glovo, Banc Sabadell, and Factorial, among others.

Our approach focuses on humanizing and streamlining recruitment processes, with the goal of transforming organizations through the integration of top digital talent. We stand out for our close collaboration with partners, taking the time to deeply understand their business needs, culture, and DNA.

We are currently working with a European-origin industrial multinational, specialized in fluid engineering and solutions for industrial processes. The company develops and supports pumping, mixing, and critical equipment maintenance technologies, with a strong international presence and a clear focus on operational efficiency, sustainability, and energy optimization across sectors such as energy, chemical industry, and water treatment.

Your Challenge

The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing a portfolio of IT projects that support the company's business and strategic objectives. This role ensures that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, while aligning with the organization's governance frameworks and transformation goals.

Acts as a key liaison between IT and business stakeholders, translating business needs into actionable project plans and ensuring effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Role & ResponsibilitiesPortfolio & Project Management

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee the execution of multiple IT projects, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic priorities.

• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery and budget adherence.

• Maintain project documentation, status reports, and dashboards for leadership and stakeholders.

Governance & Methodology

• Apply and promote consistent project management methodologies, tools, and reporting standards.

• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and contribute to process improvement initiatives.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with business and IT stakeholders to ensure project objectives meet business needs.

• Act as a key point of contact for project-related communication and issue resolution.

• Proactively engage in business partnering, acting as a trusted advisor to business divisions and supporting the identification, prioritization, and management of IT demands to maximize value delivery.

Demand Management

• Lead the demand management process by capturing, evaluating, and prioritizing business requirements, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives and resource availability.

• Facilitate transparent decision-making on project selection and resource allocation.

Vendor & Financial Management

• Support vendor selection, contract management, and performance tracking for project-related services.

• Assist in project budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking.

Operational Excellence

• Drive efficiency in project delivery and resource allocation.

• Champion continuous improvement and simplification across project processes and tools.

Team Collaboration & Development

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to a culture of accountability and excellence.

• Mentor junior project managers or team members as needed.

• Champion continuous improvement and simplification across the IT landscape, including consolidation of tools and platforms.

• Drive efficiency across IT operations, including resource allocation, vendor management, and performance tracking.

What will make you stand out

• A minimum of five years of experience of team management and leadership

• responsibilities and in IT and business/industry.

• Experienced with Methods and Methodologies of Projects, OpsModels, Financial Management.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

• Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or equivalent experience.

• Professional level of English (C1)

• Nice to have: experienced in ServiceNow.

Location: Madrid

Why join this project?

You will be part of a leading international industrial company specialized in fluid engineering and technological solutions for critical processes.
Opportunity to have a direct impact on the development and improvement of industrial products with high technical complexity and global reach.
You will work in environments where innovation, energy efficiency, and sustainability are key pillars of the strategy.
You will collaborate with multidisciplinary and international teams within a culture focused on technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Competitive compensation package aligned with the market and your experience.

If you are motivated by contributing to technology-driven projects that advance the industry and optimize processes at a global scale, this could be your next challenge.

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