Project Manager - Technology - Travel

**Job Specification: Technology Project Manager**

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.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

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• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Information Services

Salary: £35,000.00-£45,000.00