Technical Project Manager - SQL & Data

About the role

A data-driven digital services company that builds solutions to automate business processes and improve customer engagement is looking for a technically minded Project Manager to oversee end-to-end delivery of digital and data-driven solutions. The role combines project management with strong business analysis and technical understanding, bridging clients, stakeholders and developers. It is based in Melbourne (Bayside and South Eastern Suburbs), permanent and full time.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from discovery and planning through development, testing, deployment and post-launch support, overseeing scope, timelines, budgets, resources, risks and dependencies.
• Coordinate delivery schedules across technical teams and stakeholders, monitor progress and resolve issues.
• Facilitate client and internal meetings, manage expectations and ensure clear communication, documentation and follow-up.
• Coordinate UAT, defect resolution, release sign-off and ongoing solution improvements.
• Gather and analyse business requirements, workflows, data needs and stakeholder expectations.
• Translate business objectives into technical specifications, functional requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Interpret SQL queries, database schemas, data structures, mappings and transformations to understand how backend systems operate.
• Work with developers to clarify requirements, assess technical feasibility and understand system dependencies and integrations.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation such as data dictionaries, field mappings, data flows, integration notes and release documentation.

Required profile

• At least 3 years in Technical Project Management, Software Delivery, Business Analysis or a similar role, delivering software or data-driven projects.
• Proven ability to manage scope, schedules, risks, dependencies, stakeholders and delivery outcomes.
• Strong SQL proficiency, able to interpret queries and understand relational databases, schemas and data models; coding is not required.
• Ability to analyse business requirements, turn them into practical technical specifications and keep accurate documentation.
• Excellent communication skills, stakeholder engagement, analytical thinking and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Desirable: exposure to digital platforms, CRM systems, data integrations or business process automation, familiarity with APIs or system architecture, and experience in automotive, dealer network or related technology environments.
• Desirable: qualification in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems or Project Management.

Required skills

• SQL and database schema design
• Structured SDLC environments
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Visio desirable