Information Technology Project Manager

Wiggle Digital; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-paced technology company in Mpumalanga is seeking a Project Manager Guru to lead projects and manage client communications. The ideal candidate will be hyper organized, possess strong budgeting skills, and excel in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include planning, implementation, and ensuring project alignment with client goals. Join a growing team that values ambitious growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Must be hyper organized with strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience in managing project budgets and resource allocation.
• Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for clients and manage project communications.
• Lead project planning, implementation, and team coordination.
• Track project progress, deliverables, and manage budgets.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting and financial management

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Change management methodologies

Job description

We need a Project Manager Guru for our fast-paced company in hyper growth mode.About this position - What Does a Project Manager Do?

Responsibilities

• Primary point of contact to the client, responsible for keeping them up to date throughout the project
• Lead project planning and implementation
• Define project scope, goals, tasks, and resource requirements
• Create and manage project schedules
• Assemble and coordinate project teams
• Manage project budget and resources
• Track project progress and deliverables
• Provide direction and support to project teams
• Regularly review project plans and schedules
• Communicate project expectations and contribute to project plans (internal and client facing)
• Resolve project issues and implement change orders
• Report project progress and present solutions to problems (internal and client facing)
• Regularly participate in project team meetings
• Prepare spend and forecast during project lifecycle
• Assist with Organizational Change Management activities

Qualifications

• Be hyper organized.
• Ability to build systems to keep up with increasing numbers of projects.
• Love working in a fast-paced environment for a company with ambitious growth goals.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management, with the ability to develop and manage project budgets.
• Experience creating or being involved in the Scope of Work process.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of and experience with change management methodologies.
• Familiarity with security and data privacy regulations and standards.
• Ability to analyze project data and create reports for stakeholders.
• Experience with resource allocation and vendor management.
• Ability to motivate and mentor team members to achieve project goals.