IT Project Manager

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental cover

Fully remote work

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled IT Project Manager to join our fully remote team. You will lead complex IT projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and on-time, within-budget results.

You bring at least 7 years in IT project management, strong remote-work experience, and fluency with Agile or Waterfall methodologies. You will coordinate internal staff and external contractors, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and mitigate risks throughout

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business Admin or related field
• Minimum 7 years of IT project management experience
• Experience managing fully remote projects
• Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies and IT infrastructure
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management
• PMP, PRINCE2 or CSM certifications are desirable

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals and deliverables with management and stakeholders
• Develop project plans with timelines, resources and budgets
• Communicate project expectations clearly to team and stakeholders
• Manage risks, issues and changes with mitigation plans
• Coordinate internal IT staff and external contractors/consultants
• Track milestones and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Project Manager to join their fully remote team. This critical role involves leading and managing complex IT projects from initiation through to successful completion, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing IT projects according to strict deadlines and within budget, while coordinating the efforts of internal IT personnel and third-party contractors or consultants. This position is ideal for a seasoned IT professional who excels in a remote environment and can effectively manage diverse technical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Manage project risks, issues, and changes, implementing mitigation strategies and contingency plans as needed.
• Coordinate and manage internal IT staff and third-party contractors or consultants in their efforts.
• Track project milestones and deliverables, ensuring project phases are completed on time and within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT project management, with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects in a fully remote setting, utilizing collaboration tools effectively.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and IT infrastructure.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or CSM are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility and work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and professional development allowances.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology projects in a supportive environment.