It Project Manager

Imasfinance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A finance group based in South Africa is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager. This role involves overseeing the planning and delivery of IT/business projects, managing project scope and budget, and leading project teams. The ideal candidate will have a Project Management qualification, ITIL certification, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in an IT environment. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in an IT environment.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of IT/business projects.
• Define project objectives in line with business needs.
• Manage day-to-day project operations within budget and timelines.
• Document project processes and risk assessments.

Skills

Project scoping

Project planning

Time Management

Task Management

Project Reporting

Project Budgeting

Risk Management

Team Management

Workload Management

Change Management

Strong financial and business acumen

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Project Management qualification (PMBOK / Prince 2)

ITIL Certification

Degree or Diploma in a relevant field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

About The Role

iMasFinance Group is seeking a dynamic and experienced IT Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of IT / business projects.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing project scope, timelines, and budgets while ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

All processes must be addressed across the project management lifecycle.

Ensure teams adhere to the project management framework and use the right tools, processes and reporting principles.

Define project objectives in line with business needs.

Plan, schedule, and track project milestones using appropriate tools.

Identify and manage project dependencies.

Manage day-to-day project operations, ensuring delivery within budget and timelines.

Lead and motivate project teams while maintaining stakeholder engagement.

Implement and enforce project management methodologies.

Document project processes, progress reports, and risk assessments.

Possess a blend of technical understanding, strong communication skills, and effective project management abilities, including planning, execution, and risk management to successfully deploy projects.

Ensure smooth project closure with post-implementation reviews and documentation.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements Project Management qualification (PMBOK / Prince 2) – Essential ITIL Certification – Desirable Degree or Diploma in a relevant field – Desirable MS Office Suite proficiency – Essential Experience Minimum 5 years of project management experience in an IT environment.

Skills & Knowledge

Project scoping Project planning Time Management (Project Scheduling) Task Management (Project Tracking) Project Reporting Project Budgeting Risk Management Team Management Workload Management Change management Strong financial and business acumen.

Knowledge of systems, processes, and relevant legislation.

Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Additional Requirements

Valid Driver's License.