Lead Remote Project Manager - Global Technology Rollouts

Placements24; Southampton; Teletrabalho; GBP 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary with annual bonuses

Global health benefits

Generous paid time off

Home office setup allowance

International project exposure

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is assisting a globally recognized technology firm in recruiting a Lead Remote Project Manager to orchestrate large-scale international technology rollouts. This fully remote role demands exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to guide distributed teams across multiple time zones and cultures.

You will develop project plans, manage budgets, mentor virtual teams, maintain alignment with global objectives, and communicate progress to senior leadership.

Qualificações

• 8+ years in project management with 5+ years leading international technology projects.
• PMP or equivalent certification mandatory.
• Experience leading fully remote, globally distributed teams.
• Proficient with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end management of global technology rollout projects across regions.
• Develop comprehensive project plans including scope, timelines, resources and budgets.
• Mentor virtual cross-functional teams in different time zones.
• Establish communication protocols and ensure information flow among distributed stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate global project risks and dependencies.
• Oversee technical implementation, testing, and integration of new technologies.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party contributions on a global scale.
• Ensure adherence to global standards, compliance requirements and best practices.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports and metrics to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in global project management methodologies and remote collaboration.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Remote team management

Budget management

Risk management

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering/Business

Master's degree (preferred)

Ferramentas

Jira

Confluence

MS Teams

Slack

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized technology firm, is actively seeking an experienced Lead Remote Project Manager to orchestrate large-scale international technology rollouts. This pivotal role demands exceptional leadership, strategic planning capabilities, and a deep understanding of managing complex, distributed projects across multiple time zones and cultures. You will be responsible for guiding project teams, ensuring seamless implementation of new technologies, and maintaining alignment with global business objectives. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work with a diverse, international team from the comfort of your own location. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, highly organized, and possess excellent communication skills to bridge geographical and cultural divides. This role is central to our client's global expansion and technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end management of global technology rollout projects, ensuring successful and timely deployment across all designated regions.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budget management for international initiatives.
• Manage and mentor virtual, cross-functional project teams operating in different time zones.
• Establish clear communication protocols and ensure effective information flow among distributed stakeholders.
• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate global project risks and dependencies.
• Oversee the technical implementation, testing, and integration of new technologies.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party contributions on a global scale.
• Ensure adherence to global standards, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports, executive summaries, and performance metrics to senior leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement in global project management methodologies and remote team collaboration.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 5 years leading large-scale international technology projects.
• Proven track record of successfully managing fully remote teams and global project rollouts.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is mandatory.
• Extensive experience with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Expertise in project management software and collaboration tools suitable for remote teams (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Teams, Slack).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate diverse, geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, software development, and technology deployment processes.
• Proven ability to manage complex budgets and deliver projects within financial constraints.
• Excellent problem-solving, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
• Fluent in English, with proficiency in other languages being an advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with annual performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive global health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology projects with international impact.
• A fully remote work environment fostering work-life balance.
• Access to advanced training and certification programs.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.