Project Management Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive medical and dental cover

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Professional development & advanced PM

Flexible remote working arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced and certified Project Management Lead to manage complex initiatives from initiation to completion. Based in Benoni, Gauteng, the role offers a fully remote work arrangement to manage projects effectively from anywhere.

You will plan, execute, and finalize projects on time and within budget, coordinating cross-functional teams and subcontractors while leveraging Agile and Waterfall methodologies. A strong track record and PMP certification are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Business/Engineering/IT).
• PMP certification or equivalent is mandatory.
• Minimum 7 years of project management experience on complex projects.
• Experience in a fully remote environment is essential.
• Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Jira and Asana.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Communicate project expectations clearly to team members and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and liaise with vendors/subcontractors as needed.
• Estimate resources and participants required to achieve goals.
• Delegate tasks and supervise project team members.
• Identify risks and issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Track milestones and deliverables using appropriate tools.
• Document changes and ensure proper approval and communication.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and capture lessons learned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Budget control

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and certified Project Management Lead to manage complex projects from initiation to completion. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with a passion for delivering successful outcomes and leading cross-functional teams. The position is based in Benoni, Gauteng , but offers a Yes (fully remote) work arrangement, allowing you to manage projects effectively from anywhere. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring necessary resources, coordinating team efforts, and supervising subcontractors or vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
• Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
• Delegate tasks on project planning and execution, and supervise project team members.
• Identify and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
• Track project milestones and deliverables using appropriate tools.
• Manage project changes and ensure they are properly documented, approved, and communicated.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and identify lessons learned for future projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, IT).
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent is mandatory.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects.
• Experience working in a fully remote environment is essential.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Ability to manage budgets and control project costs.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Generous paid time off.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced certifications.
• Flexible remote working arrangement.
• Access to leading project management tools and resources.
• Regular virtual team-building activities.
• A stimulating work environment focused on innovation and delivery.