IT Project Director

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ASAP

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Lyon

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Permanent contract

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+8 years of XP

Présentation de l’entreprise :

Afster is a rapidly growing digital transformation consulting firm, deeply committed to valuing skills and fostering the autonomy of its consultants.
Our ambition: to combine expertise, innovation, and client proximity. Are you looking for an environment that values your ideas and initiatives and involves you in high-impact projects? Let’s talk.

Referral and business introduction bonuses, overseas seminars, participation in major tech events, support in developing personal IT projects… Our benefits are not just a promise—they are real.

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Your missions:

As an IT Project Director, you will be responsible for the success of complex or high-stakes projects for our Large Account or Mid-Market clients.
You will oversee overall project delivery, strategic alignment, budget management, and project team leadership.
Your role is twofold: ensure the highest level of client satisfaction and foster the growth of the talents you manage.

Your responsibilities:

Governance and strategic management

Structure, launch, and frame high-visibility programs or projects
Define project governance (Steering Committee, bodies, KPIs)
Oversee the entire project lifecycle: scoping, design, execution, and deployment
Ensure compliance with commitments regarding budget, quality, timelines, and security

Project team management

Lead multidisciplinary teams, both internal and/or external
Guide and motivate project managers and functional or technical consultants
Monitor workload, foster skill development, and maintain a positive work environment
Serve as the liaison with business units, IT departments, vendors, and partners

Client Relations & Change Management

Act as the primary point of contact for client decision-makers
Support business, organizational, and technological transformations
Identify new development opportunities or additional assignments
Ensure a long-lasting and proactive trust-based relationship

Financial Monitoring and Contract Management

Monitor project budgets, contractual commitments, and profitability
Identify risks and define corresponding action plans
Manage responses to RFPs if needed (in collaboration with the sales team)

Candidate Profile

Graduated from an engineering school, business school, or equivalent university program, you have at least 8 years of experience in IT project management, including a minimum of 3 years in a project or program leadership role.

You have:

An excellent cross-functional understanding of IT projects (infrastructure, applications, data, cloud, security, etc.)
A strong background in project oversight and delivery management
A leadership mindset, focused on the client, results, and quality
Full mastery of project management methodologies (Scaled Agile, Waterfall, multi-project governance)
Proven skills in negotiation, communication, and crisis management
A business-oriented approach with a strong understanding of client priorities
A strong interest in mentoring and supporting teams