Graduate Project Manager

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Fully remote

Project management training

Certification opportunities (e.g., PMP

Inclusive virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking driven Graduate Project Managers to join a fully remote team. You will gain experience in project planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication while coordinating initiatives from initiation to completion.

Ideal candidates are organized, with leadership potential and strong communication skills, and excited to advance through training and professional certifications in a supportive virtual environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in a related field such as Business Admin, Management or Engineering.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies.
• Strong organizational, time management and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency with project management software and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defining project scope, goals and deliverables with senior management.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties for project execution.
• Communicate project progress, risks and issues to stakeholders.
• Facilitate project meetings and ensure action items are followed.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Management

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking driven Graduate Project Managers to join their fully remote team. This role is ideal for individuals who are highly organized, possess strong leadership potential, and are eager to manage and coordinate projects from initiation to completion. You will gain comprehensive experience in project planning, resource allocation, stakeholder communication, and risk management, working in a dynamic, collaborative virtual environment. This is a significant opportunity to hone your project management skills with a company that embraces remote work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties for the execution of projects.
• Communicate project progress , risks, and issues to all stakeholders effectively.
• Facilitate project meetings and ensure action items are followed through.

Requirements

• A degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of project management methodologies .
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent flexibility.
• Comprehensive training in project management best practices.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional certifications (e.g., PMP).
• A supportive and inclusive virtual team culture.