Sinead Gallagher
Summary
Experienced Project Manager and Transformation Consultant with a proven track record of delivering complex programmes and strategic business transformation across multiple industries. Currently contracted to Auxilion through Advia Consultancy Ltd, supporting clients including Lakeland Dairies, John Sisk & Sons, University College Dublin (UCD) and organisations within the pharmaceutical sector.
Experienced in leading SAP SuccessFactors HRIS implementations, cloud migration, PMO establishment, organisational change and service improvement initiatives. Recognised for establishing effective governance, leading cross-functional teams, managing executive stakeholders and translating strategic objectives into successful project delivery.
Alongside a consulting career, Sinead serves as Vice President of International Relations for PMI Ireland, representing Ireland internationally and building partnerships with project management communities across Europe, North America and Asia. A recognised conference speaker, with presentations at international conferences in Seoul, Barcelona and Lisbon, and invited to speak at national events including the PMI Ireland National Conference, Trinity College Dublin and KPMG. In 2024, Sinead became the first Irish recipient of the PMI Global Rising Leader Award, recognising leadership and contribution to advancing the project management profession both in Ireland and internationally.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Project Manager
Auxilion (Contracted via Advia Consultancy Ltd)
Dublin
2023.09 - Current
- Led the end-to-end implementation of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central and Recruitment Management for approximately 1,600 employees.
- Managed governance, project planning, UAT, RAID, testing, cutover, go-live, stakeholder engagement and executive reporting.
- Oversaw integrations, data migration and business readiness, ensuring a successful transformation.
- Led delivery of an ERP infrastructure design and cloud migration programme supporting a business carve-out.
- Managed governance, reporting, dependencies, executive stakeholder engagement and cross-functional delivery teams.
- Supported the establishment of an enterprise PMO, developing governance frameworks, methodologies, reporting standards and project controls.
VP of International Relations (Pro-Bono)
Ireland Chapter of PMI
Dublin, Dublin
2023.01 - Current
- Serve on the Board of PMI Ireland, leading international partnerships and strengthening relationships with PMI Chapters across Europe, North America and Asia.
- Previously served as Marketing & Comms Director and now lead the Marketing & Comms Team, providing strategic direction on member engagement, communications and initiatives aligned with the priorities of the PMI Ireland community.
- Collaborate with organisations including EY, PwC, KPMG, Expleo, Morgan McKinley etc to support professional development, partnerships and industry engagement.
- Represent PMI Ireland at international conferences and professional forums, and have been invited to speak at events in South Korea, Barcelona and Lisbon, as well as national events including the PMI Ireland National Conference, Trinity College Dublin and KPMG.
- Recipient of the 2024 PMI Global Rising Leader Award, becoming the first Irish recipient of this global recognition.
PMO Lead
University City Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
2023.01 - 2023.09
- Led PMO activities for UCD's Programme for Operations and Services Transformation, a large-scale digital transformation programme modernising university operations and services.
- Established PMO governance, processes, resource planning and executive reporting to support the successful delivery of a portfolio of strategic projects.
- Managed programme-wide stakeholder engagement, fostering collaboration between business, IT and senior leadership while providing regular progress reporting.
- Contributed to the development of the 2023–2024 Programme Roadmap, gathering stakeholder input to align strategic priorities and support long-term organisational transformation.
- Ensured successful project delivery through rigorous planning and coordination.
Engineering Skills Programme Manager
Engineering Skillnet, Ibec
Dublin, Leinster
2021.03 - 2022.12
- Managed industry-led programmes across the engineering and food & drink sectors, partnering with over 140 organisations to deliver strategic workforce development initiatives.
- Led programme governance, stakeholder engagement, budgeting, procurement and delivery, ensuring successful outcomes and compliance with funding requirements.
- Secured more than double programme funding for 2022 and exceeded performance targets, achieving 264% of training targets and 198% of membership targets.
- Chaired steering committees and collaborated with industry leaders to shape programme strategy and sector initiatives.
Project Executive
Food Drink Ireland Skillnet, Ibec
Dublin, Leinster
2019.07 - 2021.03
- Supported the delivery of industry programmes, coordinating governance, procurement, stakeholder engagement and operational activities to ensure successful delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
- Implemented process improvements, including the development of new booking and invoicing systems, improving operational efficiency and programme administration.
- Collaborated with industry partners including Teagasc and Dairy Sustainability Ireland to develop sector initiatives, research publications and training programmes, while supporting programme communications and stakeholder engagement.
Education Development Officer
GET Language School
Shanghai, China
2015.05 - 2017.08
Laboratory Technician
DTS Quality Assurance
Melbourne, Australia
2014.05 - 2015.02
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Sustainable Food Systems
Sligo IT
Sligo, County Sligo2021-06
Master of Science - Food Science and Business Management
Technological University Dublin
Dublin2019-10
Bachelor of Science - Public Health and Health Promotion
Sligo IT
Sligo2012-10
Skills
- Stakeholder management
- Communication
- Results driven
- Strategic planning
- High-value project management
- Problem Solving
- MS Skills: Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Auxilion (Contracted via Advia Consultancy Ltd)
2023.09 - Current
PMO Lead
University City Dublin
2023.01 - 2023.09
VP of International Relations (Pro-Bono)
Ireland Chapter of PMI
2023.01 - Current
Engineering Skills Programme Manager
Engineering Skillnet, Ibec
2021.03 - 2022.12
Project Executive
Food Drink Ireland Skillnet, Ibec
2019.07 - 2021.03
Education Development Officer
GET Language School
2015.05 - 2017.08
Laboratory Technician
DTS Quality Assurance
2014.05 - 2015.02
Postgraduate Certificate - Sustainable Food Systems
Sligo IT
Master of Science - Food Science and Business Management
Technological University Dublin
Bachelor of Science - Public Health and Health Promotion
Sligo IT