Graduate Project Manager (Remote)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate salary

Fully remote work

Comprehensive training in PM methods

Mentorship from PM professionals

Collaborative remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking highly organized graduates to join a distributed, fully remote project management team. You will support planning, execution, and monitoring of diverse projects, learning from experienced managers in a fast-paced virtual environment.

The role emphasizes leadership potential, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while adapting to remote collaboration tools. Training and mentorship are provided to accelerate career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in BA/Management or related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with PM software (Asana / Trello / Jira) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior project managers in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, track progress and identify roadblocks.
• Coordinate project team members and facilitate remote communication.
• Manage project documentation, including status reports and risk logs.
• Support budget management and resource allocation for assigned projects.
• Identify and escalate project risks and issues promptly.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

PM software (Asana, Trello, Jira)

Leadership potential

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Management or related field

Tools

Asana

Trello

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking highly organized and driven Graduate Project Managers to join their distributed team, managing projects remotely from anywhere. This is an exceptional opportunity for individuals with leadership potential to learn the intricacies of project management in a fast-paced, virtual environment. You will support project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. This role is designed for motivated graduates who are eager to develop critical project management skills, hone their organizational abilities, and contribute to the successful delivery of diverse initiatives. Join us to build a career at the forefront of remote project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior project managers in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, tracking progress and identifying potential roadblocks.
• Coordinate project team members and facilitate effective communication in a remote setting.
• Manage project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and risk logs.
• Support budget management and resource allocation for assigned projects.
• Identify and escalation project risks and issues to the project manager in a timely manner.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with an ability to multitask effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, crucial for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, Jira) is a plus.
• Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and a commitment to continuous learning.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with opportunities for advancement.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive training in project management methodologies and tools.
• Mentorship from experienced project management professionals.
• A collaborative and innovative remote work culture.