Project Manager - IT & Systems Implementation

Placements24; Southampton; Teletrabalho; GBP 41 000 - 54 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement savings plans

Professional development

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is partnering with a forward-thinking financial services client in Randburg, Gauteng to recruit an experienced IT & Systems Implementation Project Manager. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage vendor relationships, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

You will oversee software implementations, system upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements, applying Agile or Waterfall methodologies and driving user adoption across the business.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years IT and systems implementation.
• Proven track record delivering software, infrastructure, or technology projects.
• Strong IT project methodologies knowledge (Agile, Waterfall) and best practices.
• Experience with IT infrastructure, software development lifecycles, and system integration.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Jira, Asana.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate cross-functional communication.
• Experience working with third-party vendors and contract management.

Responsabilidades

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of IT and systems implementation projects aligned with goals.
• Define scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resources.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenditures.
• Coordinate internal IT staff, external consultants, and software vendors.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Ensure effective communication among stakeholders, business users and technical teams.
• Oversee implementation of new systems and technologies and drive user adoption.
• Track progress and report status to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage vendor contracts and performance for services and products.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Project management

Formação académica

Bachelors in IT/CS/Engineering

Ferramentas

MS Project

Jira

Asana

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking organization in the financial services sector, is seeking an experienced IT & Systems Implementation Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Randburg, Gauteng. This role is critical for the successful planning and execution of technology projects, including software implementations, system upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements. You will be responsible for leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring that IT projects align with business objectives and are delivered on time and within budget. This is an excellent opportunity to work on impactful technology initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT and systems implementation projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical requirements.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate and manage project teams, including internal IT staff, external consultants, and software vendors.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration among all project stakeholders, including business users and technical teams.
• Oversee the implementation of new systems and technologies, ensuring successful integration and user adoption.
• Track project progress, monitor performance metrics, and provide regular status reports to senior management.
• Ensure projects comply with IT policies, security standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage vendor contracts and performance to ensure delivery of agreed-upon services and products.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years focused on IT and systems implementation projects.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering software, infrastructure, or technology projects.
• Strong understanding of IT project methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and best practices.
• Experience with IT infrastructure, software development lifecycles, and system integration.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate effective communication across technical and business teams.
• Experience working with third-party vendors and managing contracts.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement savings plans. The company provides excellent opportunities for professional development and continuous learning. This role offers a flexible remote working arrangement, allowing for work-life balance. Join a dynamic IT team in Randburg, Gauteng , and contribute to critical technology advancements.