Project Manager

Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Switzerland, ERNI is a leading Software Development company with over 800 employees worldwide. Specializing in IT and software engineering, we drive innovation in process and technology. Our first service center in Asia Pacific, located in Metro Manila (Mandaluyong), supports clients across Europe, APAC, the Philippines, and the USA. As we continue to grow, were looking for passionate and motivated individuals to join our team.

Why ERNI is the Perfect Place for You: 🏡

• International Exposure: Work with global clients on cutting-edge projects.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a collaborative and diverse work environment.
• Career Development: Enjoy continuous learning and professional growth opportunities.
  
  

• Comprehensive Benefits: Government-mandated benefits including 13th-month pay.
• Skill Enhancement: Access free training and certifications.
• Baby Basket: To welcome your newborn to the ERNI family.
• Fruit Basket: Boost of vitamins during hospitalization.
• Office Perks: Enjoy free snacks and coffee.
  
  

• Free Training: Advance your skills through technical and non-technical training.
• Challenging Projects: Engage in complex software projects across MedTech, Industry,
  
  

• Supportive Environment: Benefit from a team dedicated to guiding and supporting your success.
• Recognition and Advancement: Receive acknowledgment for your efforts and
  
  

• Open Communication: Experience transparency and value your input in our culture.
  
  

• Hybrid Work Setup: Balance remote and in-person work for better work-life integration.
  
  

• Connect and Celebrate: Participate in a variety of events including leisure, summer,
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience managing large-scale digital transformation, automation, or IT projects.
• Experience working in international organizations, or complex stakeholder environments is preferred.
  
  

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
• Familiarity with low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Microsoft Power Platform), process automation, and citizen development models.
• Knowledge of IT governance, risk management, and compliance standards.
• Experience with solution lifecycle management, benefits realization, and change management principles.
  
  

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive consensus.
• Adaptability, resilience, and proactive approach to risk and issue management.
  
  

• Project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Planner, or similar).
• Collaboration platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, SharePoint).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) is an advantage.
• Documentation and reporting tools (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  
  

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations for all Empower (Process, Technology and People deliverables/pillars).
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to deliver structured learning programs, establish the Digital Champion network, and launch the Citizen Dev Hub.
• Oversee the migration of legacy systems, deployment of process mining tools, and development of citizen-led apps and bots.
• Work with Automation Team Technical leads on overall directions of the program Governance & Compliance
• Help implement and monitor governance frameworks, playbooks, and lifecycle management processes to ensure compliance with security, data protection, and organizational standards.
• Ensure all solutions adhere to IT security guardrails and risk management requirements.
  
  

• Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration, ensuring alignment with business units, ITD, and leadership.
• Lead regular project meetings, workshops, and status updates for stakeholders.
• Manage change management activities in partnership with ACM resources, including awareness campaigns, training, and adoption and monitoring.
  
  

• Maintain and update the project RAID log (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies).
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, including staff engagement, legacy migration delays, and governance compliance.
  
  

• Track and report on project KPIs, deliverables, and benefits realization (e.g., number of staff trained, apps developed, legacy systems migrated).
• Prepare regular progress reports, dashboards, and final project closure documentation.
  
  

• Coordinate with Adoption and Change Management team and align Empower change management activities with broader organizational transformation efforts.
• Ensure timeline and deliverables for ACM activities are within the project scope.
  
  

• Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or equivalent – required.
• Agile/Scrum certification – preferred.
• Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals (PL-900) or similar – an advantage.
• Certifications in change management (e.g., Prosci, ACMP) are an advantage.
  
  

• 18 Locations in 8 Countries
• 800+ Employees across the Globe
• ISO Certified