IT Project Manager

October 22, 2026

Hybrid

Senior

Barcelona, Spain

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Description

Omya is hiring an IT Project Manager for the HR IT domain in Barcelona. The role covers implementation, transformation and optimization of HR systems and platforms: core HRIS/HCM, payroll, talent management, workforce management and employee experience solutions. The manager owns scope, budget, resources, risks and stakeholder communication across IT and business, and ensures compliance with IT standards, GDPR and labor regulations. Delivery follows a Global Template process model with structured handover to operations.

Responsibilities

Lead initiatives for implementation, transformation and optimization of HR systems and platforms
Define project objectives, scope, deliverables and detailed plans with timeline, budget and risks
Manage resources including team, budget and equipment and ensure efficient allocation
Lead and motivate the project team, assign tasks and ensure accountability
Coordinate with stakeholders, manage expectations and ensure effective communication across IT and business
Monitor project performance, costs, risks and dependencies and apply corrective actions
Ensure compliance with IT standards for security, architecture and operations and with HR regulation such as GDPR
Support testing phases SIT and UAT and ensure alignment with HR processes and user needs
Prepare project status updates, reports at different levels and final project closure documentation
Adhere to Global Template business processes and address deviations to Global Process Owners for approval
Ensure structured handover to operations with documentation and SLAs to Service Owner or Service Manager
Enable efficient HR operations, data integrity, regulatory compliance and employee lifecycle management

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience managing IT projects with direct impact on HR systems and processes
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, HR information systems or a related field
Proven delivery of core HRIS/HCM implementations on SAP HCM, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday or Oracle HCM
Experience with payroll system implementations or transformations
Experience with talent management systems covering recruitment, performance and learning
Experience with time & attendance and workforce management systems
Experience with employee self-service and digital workplace HR solutions
Strong understanding of the hire-to-retire lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, development, payroll, offboarding
Knowledge of organizational management, personnel administration, compensation & benefits
Experience integrating HR systems with ERP such as SAP S/4HANA
Experience integrating HR systems with identity & access management systems
Experience integrating HR systems with finance and time tracking systems
Experience integrating payroll and recruitment platforms
Experience managing vendors and system integrators in SaaS HR implementations
Knowledge of data privacy and regulatory requirements such as GDPR and labor laws
Familiarity with ITSM processes and tools like ServiceNow or similar
Experience with data migration, master data governance and reporting/analytics such as HR dashboards and KPIs
Experience with governance models, operational readiness validation and SLA/KPI management
Solid understanding of HR systems architectures and HR operational processes
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies; PMP, PRINCE2 or Agile/Scrum certification is a plus
Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate project teams
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders at all levels
Ability to bridge HR business needs with IT technical solutions
Strong analytical skills with attention to data quality, reporting and compliance

Conditions

Hybrid work model with flexibility to work from home and in the office
Daily meal allowance through Ticket Restaurant
Flexible retribution options for kindergarten and transport
30 labor days of holidays per year
Access to language lessons
Medical insurance 60% company-subsidized with an option to extend coverage to family members
Open and modern office environment
Full-time employment