Project Management Lead

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and advanced認

Retirement savings plan with company-m

Job summary

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with PMP or PRINCE2, 8+ years in PM plus 3+ in leadership. Proficiency in MS Project or Jira is essential, with knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; PMP or PRINCE2 certification required.
• 8+ years in project management with 3+ years in a leadership/PMO role.
• Experience delivering complex projects from initiation to closure; proficient with MS Project or Jira.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of project managers.
• Establish, implement, and continuously improve PMO methodologies, processes, and tools.
• Oversee planning, execution, and completion of major projects within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Develop and maintain project documentation including plans, status reports, and risk assessments.
• Facilitate effective communication among stakeholders and senior management.
• Conduct regular project reviews and provide strategic guidance to project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP

PRINCE2

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Management Lead to head their project management office (PMO) in Durban. This critical role involves providing leadership and strategic direction for all project management activities, ensuring timely and successful delivery of key initiatives. You will be responsible for establishing and enforcing project management standards, methodologies, and best practices across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership qualities, a deep understanding of project lifecycles, and the ability to mentor and develop a team of project managers. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of project delivery within a growing organization and make a tangible impact on our client's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of project managers, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Establish, implement, and continuously improve project management methodologies, processes, and tools.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and successful completion of all major projects, ensuring they meet scope, budget, and timeline requirements.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and risk assessments.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders, teams, and senior management.
• Conduct regular project reviews and provide strategic guidance to project teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; PMP or PRINCE2 certification is mandatory.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years in a leadership or PMO role.
• Proven experience in managing complex projects from initiation to closure.
• Strong understanding of various project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management software such as MS Project or Jira.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for project-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced certifications.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.