ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations.
With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.
Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.
Job Description Summary:
Symphony Health, a division of ICON, is a leading provider of integrated data-driven solutions and services for the healthcare industry. Our innovative technology and expert analysis enable our clients to make better decisions and drive improved outcomes for patients. We are seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead and manage the delivery of IT projects across the organization.
Job Description:
Manage the full lifecycle of IT projects, from initiation to closure, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, developers, and QA testers, to ensure project objectives are achieved.
Identify project risks and issues, and develop and execute mitigation strategies.
Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including executive leadership.
Manage project budgets, including forecasting, tracking, and reporting project expenses.
Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and that testing and validation are completed before release.
Implement project management best practices and continuously improve project management processes and methodologies.
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
8+ years of experience in IT project management, with a proven track record of delivering complex IT projects on time and within budget.
Experience managing software development projects using waterfall and agile methodologies.
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Proven ability to identify project risks and issues and develop mitigation strategies
Experience managing project budgets, including forecasting, tracking, and reporting expenses
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Experience in the healthcare industry is a plus
This permanent position is office-based in D18 with some flexibility to work from home two days/ week
Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.
At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.
ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.
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