Project Manager (Permanent contract and Freelance)

Passionate about tech, digital, and innovation? Join the 1,800 employees at Smile, the European leader in open-source integration, spread across 20 agencies in 9 countries. Collaborative spirit and knowledge sharing are at the heart of our DNA. Our experts push the boundaries of open source every day to build a smarter, more efficient, and more responsible digital world. Here, we don't just follow trends, we create them! 🌟 Join Smile in Brussels and take part in projects that truly matter! 🏆

As a Project Manager...

You are the maestro of our digital projects and the privileged partner of our clients! Based in our vibrant Brussels agency, your mission is to orchestrate the successful delivery of innovative open-source web and digital solutions, from conception to go-live. On a daily basis, you will:

• Steer end-to-end digital projects, ensuring respect for deadlines, budgets, and the high-quality standards of Smile.

• Coordinate and animate multidisciplinary teams (developers, UI/UX designers, architects, QA) to foster a collaborative and high-performing environment.

• Manage project risks and dependencies, proactively identifying solutions and mitigating potential roadblocks before they impact delivery.

• Communicate transparently with clients, providing regular status updates, facilitating steering committees, and ensuring their continuous satisfaction and trust.

• Guarantee the financial health of your projects through accurate reporting, resource planning, and rigorous budget tracking.

• Champion Agile/Scrum or V-model methodologies depending on the client's context, ensuring best practices are seamlessly applied.

Your profile

Holding a Master's degree in engineering, IT, or business, you have at least 3 to 5 years of proven experience as an IT Project Manager, ideally within a digital agency, IT services company, or tech consulting firm.

• You have a strong track record of successfully delivering complex web, e-commerce, or digital transformation projects.

• You master project management methodologies (both Agile and traditional) and are highly proficient with associated tracking tools (Jira, Confluence, MS Project).

• You possess a strong affinity for the tech and open-source ecosystem, allowing you to quickly grasp technical challenges and communicate effectively with your development teams.

• Known for your outstanding organizational skills and rigorous approach, you never lose sight of the big picture while keeping an eye on the details.

• Your exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, combined with fluency in English and French (or Dutch), make you an inspiring leader for your teams and a trusted advisor for your clients in Brussels.

Ready to take on a new challenge in the heart of Europe? Come and express your talent in a caring environment at Smile Brussels where your ideas will make a real impact!

Why Smile! 😊

Our proximity management by peers fosters dialogue and the implementation of a tailored career path.

Because the digital sector is in constant motion, Smile is committed to making you an expert in your field, thanks to a comprehensive training offer: access to an e-learning platform, financing of certifications, knowledge-sharing tools...

Your year will be animated by group and agency events: annual convention, participation in trade fairs, summer party, formal & informal afterworks.

The next steps 🚀

• First contact: A phone call to discuss your aspirations and what we can offer you.

• Meeting: An opportunity to get to know each other and explore your professional background.

• Business interview: A discussion with one of our experts to assess your skills and define your goals.

Welcome to the team! And if it's a match between us, we will be delighted to welcome you for an exciting adventure. So, ready to join the team? 😉