Project Manager

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to drive key initiatives in a fully remote role. You will plan, execute, and close projects aligned with business objectives while coordinating distributed teams and stakeholders.

Candidates should have 5+ years in project management, strong leadership, and proficiency with PM software. This role offers flexible location within SA, with a focus on delivering projects on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management or related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience, including remote work.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with project management software and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans with scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resources.
• Oversee project execution and track progress against the plan.
• Coordinate remote teams, stakeholders, and vendors in a distributed environment.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Maintain accurate and secure project documentation and reporting.
• Report milestones and deliverables to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Remote management

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Risk management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Tools

PM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and results-oriented Project Manager to spearhead key initiatives. This is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from your preferred location. You will be instrumental in driving the successful planning, execution, and completion of projects, ensuring they align with strategic business objectives and stakeholder requirements. This position requires a self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills, capable of managing distributed teams and complex deliverables. You will collaborate closely with various departments to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, fostering a culture of accountability and successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans, defining scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Manage project execution, tracking progress, and ensuring adherence to the established plan.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with project teams, stakeholders, and vendors in a remote environment.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, implementing timely mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all project documentation is maintained accurately and securely.
• Report on project status, milestones, and deliverables to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management , with significant experience managing projects remotely.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with project management software and collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• A supportive and inclusive remote work culture.