IT Project Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + Bonus

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

PMP Certification Support

Remote-first Culture

Professional Development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an IT Project Manager to lead critical technology initiatives in a remote-first environment. You will plan, execute, and close projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and managing cross-functional teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of IT project leadership, with strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies. Competitive salary, bonus, health benefits, PTO, and PMP certification support are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience managing complex IT projects.
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Strong knowledge of PM methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close IT projects on time and within budget.
• Develop project plans, allocate resources, and set timelines.
• Manage scope, changes, and risks across the lifecycle.
• Lead cross-functional teams and assign tasks.
• Communicate progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders.
• Ensure deliverable quality and conduct post-project reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Agile methodologies

Scrum

Waterfall

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field

Tools

Jira

Asana

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and motivated IT Project Manager to lead critical technology initiatives within their organization, operating in a fully remote capacity. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects on time, within scope, and on budget, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to manage cross-functional teams and stakeholder expectations effectively. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to drive impactful projects in a collaborative, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize IT projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, resource allocation, and timelines.
• Manage project scope, changes, and risks effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate and lead project teams, assigning tasks and ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders and senior management.
• Ensure quality of project deliverables and conduct post-project evaluations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience managing complex IT projects from initiation to closure.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and PMP certification support.
• A dynamic and collaborative remote work culture.
• The chance to lead diverse and challenging IT projects.