Senior Technical Project Manager

Placements24; Newlands; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote work environment

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off and sabbatical

Learning and conference budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Technical Project Manager for a fully remote role serving the Queenstown region and beyond. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage large-scale technology initiatives, and ensure delivery aligns with business goals.

This role requires a solid track record in Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid environments, deep cloud and IT infrastructure knowledge, and outstanding leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in technical project management for complex system implementations.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies, SDLC, and IT infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead remote, distributed teams and manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and deliver complex technical projects from initiation to closure.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and resources for large-scale initiatives.
• Direct and motivate cross-functional teams of engineers, developers, and system architects.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks and dependencies.
• Communicate project status and issues to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure IT best practices, quality standards, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Cloud technologies

Software lifecycle

IT infrastructure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Technical Project Manager for a fully remote position serving the Queenstown region and beyond. This role is critical for managing complex, large-scale technology initiatives, requiring a deep understanding of both project management principles and technical landscapes. You will lead cross-functional teams, ensuring the successful delivery of strategic technology projects that align with business goals. This fully remote role emphasizes strong communication, leadership, and the ability to manage distributed teams effectively. We are looking for a seasoned professional with a proven history of delivering challenging technical projects and fostering a collaborative, high-performance remote work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical projects from initiation to closure.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and resources for large-scale technology initiatives.
• Direct and motivate cross-functional technical teams, including engineers, developers, and system architects.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate project status, progress, and critical issues to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to IT best practices, quality standards, and compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in technical project management, with a focus on complex system implementations and infrastructure projects.
• Extensive experience with various project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies, software development lifecycles, and IT infrastructure.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage projects in a fully remote setting.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary package with significant performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work opportunity with a supportive virtual environment.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for sabbatical.
• Budget for continuous learning, conferences, and advanced certifications.