IT Lead Project Manager

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About the role

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. 

Join Sulzer’s transformation journey as a lead IT Project Manager and play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact IT initiatives. You’ll have the opportunity to manage a diverse project portfolio, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the modernization of our IT landscape by identifying opportunities for leveraging technology to drive business growth, improve processes and enhance productivity. This is a unique chance to drive meaningful change and develop your career in a dynamic, global environment.

Your main tasks and responsibilities: 

Portfolio & Project Management  

• Lead and guide overall execution of multiple IT Projects, ensuring alignment with Sulzer’s strategic priorities. 

• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery, budget adherence and manage interdependencies between projects. 

• Maintain project documentation, status reports, and dashboards for leadership and stakeholders. 

Governance & Methodology  

• Apply and promote consistent project management methodologies, tools, and reporting standards. 

• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and contribute to process improvement initiatives. 

Stakeholder Management  

• Build strong relationships with business leaders and IT stakeholders to ensure project objectives meet business needs, leading the IT project Steering Committees. 

• Act as a key point of contact for project-related communication and issue resolution. 

• Proactively engage in business partnering, acting as a trusted advisor to business divisions and supporting the identification, prioritization, and management of IT demands to maximize value delivery. 

Demand Management 

• Lead the demand management process by capturing, evaluating, and prioritizing business requirements, ensuring alignment with Sulzer’s strategic objectives and resource availability. 

• Facilitate transparent decision-making on project selection and resource allocation. 

Vendor & Financial Management  

• Support vendor selection, contract management, and performance tracking for project-related services. 

• Assist in project budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance tracking. 

Operational Excellence  

• Drive efficiency in project delivery and resource allocation. 

• Champion continuous improvement and simplification across project processes and tools. 

Sulzer Core Ambition Program 

• Actively contribute to the SulzerCore Ambition Program by ensuring that all project and portfolio activities support the organizations goals and strategic ambitions. 

Team Collaboration & Development  

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to a culture of accountability and excellence. 

• Mentor junior project managers or team members as needed. 

• Drive efficiency across IT operations, including resource allocation, vendor management, and performance tracking. 

• Champion continuous improvement and simplification across the IT landscape, including consolidation of tools and platforms. 

OneSulzer Culture 

• Promote and embody the OneSulzer mindset by fostering collaboration with an “Entrepreneurial spirit and teamwork”, challenging the status quo, and supporting a unified, “Customer focus” culture across all divisions and teams. 

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• 9+ years of professional experience in IT and business/industry environments

• At least 5 years of experience in team management and leadership roles

• Strong experience with project methods and methodologies

• Solid knowledge of operating models (Ops Models)

• Proven experience in financial management within IT or project-driven environments

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

• Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent practical experience

• Fluent in English

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

• Experience in stakeholder engagement and change management

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail

• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multicultural environment

• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, including the ability to translate technical solutions into business terms

• Deep appreciation for Sulzer’s divisional complexity and entrepreneurial culture

• Ability to challenge the status quo and promote a unified OneSulzer mindset

• Strategic thinker with strong operational rigor and a clear bias for execution

What we offer you

•    A permanent contract.
•    A competitive salary as well as participation in the variable remuneration system based on personal and financial objectives.
•    Restaurant tickets
•    Be part of an experienced, international team.
•    A good vibe working environment.
•    Enjoy great office facilities and a perfect location in Madrid Nuevos Ministerios, making your work experience both comfortable and convenient.
•    Other fringe benefits

No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role. 

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.