Project Manager

**Job Specification: Technology Project Manager

Leading Global Consultancy**

Overview

My client is seeking an experienced
Technology Project Manager
to lead the delivery of complex digital and technology initiatives for major clients in the
travel industry
. The ideal candidate will combine strong project leadership skills with deep sector expertise across airlines, airports, travel services, or travel technology platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of technology projects, including digital transformation, platform modernisation, systems integration, data/analytics, and cloud initiatives.
• Manage project scope, plans, budgets, risk/issue logs, and governance in line with consultancy standards.
• Build strong client relationships and operate as a trusted delivery partner.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across business, technology, vendor, and offshore delivery groups.
• Ensure project outcomes align with client strategic goals and industry best practices.
• Prepare and present status reports, governance packs, and delivery updates to senior stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement, quality control, and delivery excellence across all workstreams.

Required Experience

• Proven track record as a
  Technology Project Manager
  within a consultancy or complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Travel industry experience is essential
  , with solid understanding of core domain areas such as:
• Airline operations (PSS, DCS, reservations, scheduling)
• Airport systems
• Travel booking platforms or GDS
• Customer experience and digital journeys in travel
• Baggage, disruption management, loyalty systems, or ancillary sales
• Experience delivering technology transformation programmes using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.
• Strong vendor, third-party, and offshore team management.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, risks, and governance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and client-facing skills.

Desired Skills & Certifications

• PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master, SAFe, or similar certifications.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience in data/analytics, API integration, or legacy-to-digital modernisation.
• Consultancy mindset with strong problem-solving and presentation capabilities.