Project Manager

EQ Plus; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced project manager to oversee various IT-related projects. The ideal candidate will have proven project management experience, strong organisational and leadership skills, and familiarity with methodologies like Agile and Waterfall. Responsibilities include defining project scope, leading teams, and facilitating communication across stakeholders. This role is vital for ensuring projects meet milestones and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience, preferably within IT or related environments.
• Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Lead project teams, coordinating activities to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate communication across teams, sponsors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management experience

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Agile methodology

Waterfall methodology

Ability to manage priorities

Education

Relevant project management certifications

Job description

Key Responsibilities :

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation
• Lead project teams, coordinating activities to meet milestones and deadlines
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Facilitate communication across teams, sponsors, and stakeholders, providing regular updates and reports
• Ensure quality assurance and adherence to organisational standards
• Manage project documentation and post-project evaluations

Qualifications and Skills required :

Proven project management experience, preferably within IT or related environments

Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills

Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)

Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Relevant project management certifications