Project Manager

Grosvenor Casinos Limited; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gambling company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Project Manager to drive complex multi-disciplinary projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Agile environments, excellent communication skills, and experience in the gambling industry. This role offers a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits focused on wellbeing and career development.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Colleague support networks

Leadership training

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex, multidisciplinary projects in fast-paced, Agile environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate multiple engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time.
• Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to define project objectives.
• Lead and oversee project delivery in Agile environments.
• Maintain control of project budgets and resource allocation.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Team coordination

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field

PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications

Tools

Jira

Trello

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to join our dynamic team in the gambling sector. The ideal candidate will excel in delivering complex projects involving multiple engineering teams and disciplines within fast-paced, Agile environments. Experience in the gambling or gaming industry is highly desirable, as this role requires a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within the sector.

Project Planning and Execution

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with senior leadership, technical teams, and external stakeholders to define and achieve project objectives.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and mitigation strategies clearly and effectively.

Agile Delivery Leadership

• Lead and oversee project delivery in Agile environments, ensuring efficient sprints and ceremonies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within teams and processes.

Risk and Issue Management

• Identify, assess, and address potential risks proactively to minimize impact.
• Manage project challenges effectively, ensuring swift resolution of issues.

Budget and Resource Management

• Maintain control of project budgets, ensuring financial targets align with business objectives.
• Optimize resource allocation across multiple engineering teams and disciplines.

Performance Monitoring

• Track and report on project performance using industry-standard tools and metrics.
• Drive post-project reviews, incorporating lessons learned into future projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex, multidisciplinary projects in fast-paced, Agile environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate multiple engineering teams, including software, hardware, and operations disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, MS Project), and best practices.
• Experience within the gambling or gaming industry is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on achieving results.
• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field (PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications are a plus).

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Additional Information

You’re probably wondering outside of a fun, exciting and varied role – what else do you get? You’ll get a fantastic salary combined with some leading benefits. Wellbeing@Rank is important to us too... From hybrid working and colleague support networks to menopause support and weekly PepTalks, we’re here for you.

We’ll also invest in your growth by providing development opportunities, leadership training and cutting-edge industry certifications so you have the tools and resources to help you work, win and grow with us.

Immerse yourself in new cultures and gain international exposure through our global business. Collaborate with colleagues from around the globe.

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We aim to do this by facilitating fair and equal access to our services. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made, please reach out to let us know ahead of your interview.