Overview
WELCOME TO SITA
SITA is the leading specialist in air transport communications and information technology. We donβt just connect the global aviation industry, we apply decades of experience and expertise to address almost every core business, operational, baggage, and passenger process in air transport. As an organization, we cover 95% of all international air travel destinations and work with over 2,800 air transport and government customers in every corner of the globe.
Ready to redefine air travel? The journey starts here, with you at SITA.
About The Role
As an Associate Project Manager, you will work in a fast-paced environment alongside program and project managers in delivering a host of innovative solutions that meet the needs of our diverse customer base. You derive energy from working with others of diverse backgrounds and engaging directly with customers.
Please note: This role is intended for candidates with experience exclusively in IT/TELECOM projects (WAN, LAN, Wi-Fi, SD-WAN, Voice IPT/SIP) who are already based in Barcelona.
What You Will Do
This role offers a range of responsibilities and coordination responsibilities:
- Managing independent projects - Project sizes will vary and may be part of a program. You will manage the project throughout its life cycle - from qualification stage through project closure. Attention to detail, time management and influencing people skills are key ingredients to be successful in managing projects.
- Working with Program and/or Project Managers - There will be times when you will be assigned to assist a program or project manager by managing sub-projects or key task elements. With each assignment, you report regularly on the progress and manage each assignment through its completion.
- Working with project teams - Every project is completed through team effort. You can work effectively with teammates that may be local or distant. You host meetings as needed to gather and share project details. Your ability to help drive activities through others to meet the project timelines and goals are key for driving project success.
- Working with customers - When working with program or project managers, you help fulfill the project commitments to our customers as assigned. There will be times when you will be in front of the customer clarifying requirements, communicating on project status or interacting with customer work teams on project activities.
- Project Management administration - Your ability to write clearly and simply are key skills to documenting project activities. Documentation can range from requirement summaries, resource and project plans, status reports, change requests, risks, issues and variance reports to lessons learned. Accuracy is the key to all documentation.
Qualifications
EDUCATION BACKGROUND:
- University degree or equivalent experience
- Formal project management training and certification - PMP desired but not mandatory
Experience
- 3-4 years of experience, with proven track records, in managing and delivering IT/Telecommunication (WAN, LAN, WIFI, SDWAN, Voice IPT/SIP) projects.
- Optimally you have experience with an IT solutions or airline industry solutions provider and are ready to hit the ground running.
- You have a good understanding of project management methodologies and the project life cycle.
- You possess a solid understanding of technology and can articulate how to apply various technologies to the practice of project management.
- You can demonstrate attention to detail, good writing ability and solid oration skills
What We Offer
At SITA, we disrupt the status quo, by empowering our people to pioneer innovations that touch the lives of billions. Bringing together diverse minds from across the globe, we foster a dynamic and positive workplace culture, that values our talented team members for their contributions and dedication. Check out our core benefits, enabling our people across the globe:
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Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on the needs of your team and your customers).
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Flex Day: Shape your workday to suit your life and your plans.
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Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
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Employee Wellbeing: Weβve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year, and Champion Health - a personalized, proactive platform to support diverse wellbeing needs.
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Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!
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Competitive Benefits: Access competitive benefits tailored to the local market and your employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.
