IT Project Manager (Barcelona)

We are a global technology consulting company specializing in IT solutions, cloud-based platforms, mobile and web applications, and training and support services. With over 14 years of experience and a multicultural team of more than 100 professionals, we deliver projects for highly complex industries such as pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, healthcare, and consumer goods.

At our company, we value international talent, diversity, flexibility, and a collaborative environment that fosters both professional growth and personal well-being.

What You'll Do

This role is part of a strategic initiative in the pharmaceutical diagnostics sector, focused on delivering IT solutions to support platforms that help diagnose and monitor a range of diseases. The project involves building, implementing, and maintaining digital systems that integrate clinical data, streamline diagnostic processes, and ensure regulatory compliance.

We are looking for an IT Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of IT initiatives within the diagnostics sector. You will work closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, architects, QA teams, and external partners to ensure successful project delivery, alignment with strategic objectives, and regulatory compliance.

This role is ideal for someone with experience managing IT projects in regulated environments, strong leadership and organizational skills, and the ability to translate technical details into actionable plans.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Manage the full lifecycle of IT projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.

Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.

Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and milestones, ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule.

Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and manage resource allocation effectively.

Identify risks and issues, propose mitigation strategies, and escalate as necessary.

Ensure adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and internal governance processes.

Facilitate communication between technical teams, business stakeholders, and external partners.

Report project status, progress, and key metrics to senior management and stakeholders.

Support agile practices, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and backlog prioritization, where applicable

✅ What We're Looking For

3+ years of experience managing IT projects, preferably in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or diagnostics.

Project Management Expertise: Strong skills in budget control, resource management, timeline tracking, risk management, and project reporting.

Technical Understanding: Familiarity with IT systems, cloud-based solutions, software development lifecycles, and integration patterns.

Methodologies: Hands-on experience with Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and traditional project management approaches.

Communication: Excellent oral and written English; ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders.

Positive, proactive attitude in fast-paced environments.

Why You'll Love Working at Nuvolar

Flexible Work & Work-Life Balance: enjoy options to balance work and personal life, including every other Friday off.

Hybrid Work Mode: for this specific project, onsite presence is required 1-2 days per week.

Seniority Program: additional benefits and privileges as you grow with the company.

Social & Team Budget: even though we primarily work remotely, we encourage team gatherings and activities, with

a dedicated budget.

Continuous Learning: training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.

Growth Opportunities: participate in challenging projects with modern frameworks and influence QA strategy.

The Hiring Process

We like to keep things simple and transparent:

HR Interview – A friendly conversation to understand your background and career aspirations.

Practical Exercise – A short case to assess your project management and organizational skills, which you'll present in the next stage.

Technical Interview – Meet the team and discuss the vision and your potential role in it.

Client Interview (if required) – Depending on the project, there may be a final conversation with the client to discuss the role, the team, and how you'll collaborate within the project environment.

In our screening process, we prioritize verifiable signals of excellence, regardless of seniority. There are no preferential paths beyond what your application demonstrates, and we evaluate every candidate through the same process. Some people hold back because they feel they lack experience or have an "imperfect" CV. If you like the role and believe you could excel over time, don't self-reject. All applications go through our careers page, which is the only way to be considered. If you pass our screening, you'll be asked to complete one or more tests.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Nuvolar Works is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, family or marital status, disability, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.