Lead Project Manager - Digital Transformation

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Executive benefits

Professional development budget

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Project Manager to drive digital transformation initiatives across the organization in a fully remote setting. You will guide teams, set strategic direction, and ensure adoption of new technologies to deliver business value.

The role requires 7+ years in project management with a strong focus on digital programs, plus a Master's degree and PMP or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience with a focus on digital transformation.
• Master's degree; PMP or equivalent certification is mandatory.
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects with significant change management.
• Experience managing remote or distributed teams.
• Strong knowledge of digital technologies, enterprise software, and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Define and oversee the execution strategy for the digital transformation roadmap for multiple large-scale projects.
• Lead and mentor a team of project managers and cross-functional specialists.
• Develop robust project documentation including charters, plans, and risk registers for remote work.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and technology partners to ensure strategic alignment.
• Implement best practices and monitor budgets, timelines, and resources with regular updates.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Remote team leadership

Change management

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or Information Technology

PMP certification

Tools

Enterprise software

Cloud platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Lead Project Manager to spearhead their critical digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote opportunity where you will guide teams in redesigning core business processes and implementing innovative digital solutions across the organization. You will be responsible for setting the strategic direction for digital projects, ensuring alignment with business goals, and driving adoption of new technologies. This role requires a proactive leader who can inspire teams, manage complex interdependencies, and deliver significant business value in a dynamic, distributed work environment. This is a pivotal role for driving future growth and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and oversee the execution strategy for the company's digital transformation roadmap, managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of project managers and cross-functional specialists, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop and maintain robust project documentation, including charters, plans, risk registers, and communication strategies tailored for a remote workforce.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership, department heads, and technology partners to ensure project success and strategic alignment.
• Implement and refine project management methodologies and best practices, ensuring continuous improvement in delivery.
• Monitor project budgets, timelines, and resource utilization, providing regular updates and forecasts to senior stakeholders.

Requirements

• Over 7 years of progressive experience in project management , with a significant focus on digital transformation or large-scale technology implementations.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field; PMP or equivalent certification is mandatory.
• Proven ability to lead and manage complex, cross-functional projects with significant change management components.
• Deep understanding of digital technologies , enterprise software, and cloud platforms.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and leadership skills, capable of driving change across an organization.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects and teams in a fully remote or distributed setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Generous professional development budget and opportunities for career advancement.
• Contribution to pivotal digital transformation projects impacting the entire organization.
• A collaborative and innovative culture that embraces new ideas and technologies.