Lead Project Manager - Remote

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remoto; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary and annual bonuses

Remote work allowance and home office支

Comprehensive health, dental, and视on保险

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Project Manager to spearhead critical remote projects. You will direct and manage a portfolio, implement standardized PM practices, and guide a distributed team to achieve strategic objectives.

The role emphasizes remote collaboration, leadership excellence, and measurable project outcomes in a dynamic, home-office environment.

Competenze

• Over 10 years of progressive experience in project management.
• 3+ years in lead or senior management capacity.
• Master's degree in a relevant field; PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications are mandatory.

Mansioni

• Direct and manage multiple large-scale projects from initiation through closure, ensuring deadlines and objectives are met.
• Develop and implement standardized project management frameworks and best practices across the organization.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a distributed team of project coordinators and specialists, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee resource allocation, risk assessment, and mitigation planning for all assigned projects.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among remote team members, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Monitor project performance using key metrics and provide regular, comprehensive reports to senior leadership.

Conoscenze

Project leadership

Remote team management

Stakeholder communication

Formazione

Master's degree in Business/Engineering

Strumenti

Asana

Trello

Slack

Zoom

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead Project Manager to spearhead critical projects within a fully remote setting. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker capable of managing diverse project portfolios and leading teams dispersed across various locations. You will be responsible for establishing best practices, driving project success, and ensuring alignment with the company's overarching strategic goals. As a remote-first organization, we are committed to providing a supportive and connected virtual work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape project delivery processes and contribute significantly to the company's growth from the convenience of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage multiple large-scale projects from initiation through to successful closure, ensuring adherence to deadlines and objectives.
• Develop and implement standardized project management frameworks and best practices across the organization.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a distributed team of project coordinators and specialists, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee resource allocation, risk assessment, and mitigation planning for all assigned projects.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among remote team members, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Monitor project performance using key metrics and provide regular, comprehensive reports to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Over 10 years of progressive experience in project management , with at least 3 years in a lead or senior management capacity.
• Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering); PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications are mandatory.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects, preferably in a fully remote environment.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, adapted for remote team dynamics.
• Proficiency with modern project management software and collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Slack, Zoom).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Generous remote work allowance and home office setup support.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, certifications, and professional development.
• A strong, supportive remote work culture with regular virtual team-building activities.