Senior Project Manager

Contract Type: Full Time (Permanent)

Location: Lahore, Pakistan

Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master’s or PMP/PRINCE2 certification preferred).

Experience: Minimum 6 - 7 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in a senior project management role within software development or technology-driven environments.

Package: Competitive package + Benefits (Salary dependent on experience)

MTP is a digital agency that partners with businesses and innovators to build and upgrade web, mobile, and back-end platforms. Our team delivers modern digital infrastructure for clients worldwide.

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to plan, execute, and manage projects from initiation to closure. You will work with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients to deliver solutions that meet business goals and exceed expectations.

Success in this role requires technical expertise, strategic thinking, leadership, collaboration, problem-solving, and adaptability.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with stakeholders and clients.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, while tracking milestones and deliverables.
• Lead project kick-off sessions, set expectations, and communicate roles, responsibilities, and timelines to all stakeholders.
• Proactively identify risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing mitigation and contingency plans as required.
• Monitor project performance, timelines, and budgets, taking corrective actions to ensure alignment with goals.
• Foster effective collaboration and communication across project teams, stakeholders, and clients, serving as the central point of contact.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and governance.
• Conduct regular status meetings, provide transparent updates on progress, risks, and issues, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
• Oversee project closure activities, including client acceptance, delivery of final outputs, post-project reviews, and documentation of lessons learned.

Below are some of the key qualifications and experience we are looking for:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager, with a minimum of 3 years of experience managing projects in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource plans, and track progress against project objectives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with team members, stakeholders, and clients.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to identify issues, analyse root causes, and develop practical solutions.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software, such as Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira, or Trello, and familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent project management certification is a plus.
• Experience in technology sector is desirable.

Here are some basic skills that are fundamental for performing the role:

• Communication and Collaboration
• Understanding of project management methodologies (Agile)
• Time Management & Organizational Skills
• Risk Management & Budget Management

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• How many projects are you currently managing on your own?
• Are you directly interacting with clients or stakeholders?
• Which regions or countries are your clients from?

Work Location: In person