Project Manager

Colossyan; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Career growth opportunities

Peer community support

Ongoing placement support

Tailored compensation packages

Job summary

A leading talent connection firm is seeking a proactive Project Manager to streamline operations in a remote startup environment. This role involves implementing systems, managing sprint cycles, and ensuring timely project delivery. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in project management tools like Jira and a solid understanding of Agile methodologies. Join this dynamic company to drive accountability across teams and enhance operational effectiveness while enjoying the flexibility of working from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management within a startup environment.
• Strong ability to manage and lead cross-functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and optimize project management tools for workflow efficiency.
• Drive accountability across teams ensuring timely task completion.
• Manage sprint cycles and anticipate project risks.

Skills

Project management tools expertise

Agile methodologies knowledge

Leadership and communication

Proactive problem-solving

Experience in fast-paced environments

Tools

Jira

Notion

Linear

Asana

Job description

About Huzzle

At Huzzle, we connect exceptional talents with top opportunities at leading companies across the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our clients include startups, digital agencies, and technology platforms in industries such as SaaS, MarTech, FinTech, eCommerce, and digital services.

Role Type: Full-time

Engagement: Independent Contractor

Job Summary

We are hiring a highly proactive Project Manager to drive execution and operational excellence within a fast-growing startup environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in remote startup jobs, enjoys building systems from scratch, and can ensure consistent delivery across cross‑functional teams.

You will play a critical role in implementing structured workflows, managing sprint cycles, and holding teams accountable - ensuring projects are delivered on time and aligned with strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

Systems Implementation & Management

• Set up and optimise project management tools such as Jira, Linear, or Notion


• Build and maintain a centralised source of truth for all workflows and projects

Execution & Accountability

• Drive accountability across teams to ensure timely task completion


• Proactively follow up on delays and remove blockers

Sprint Management & Planning

• Manage daily standups and weekly sprint cycles


• Anticipate risks and proactively plan to avoid disruptions

Operational Oversight

• Monitor communication channels and ensure smooth task progression


• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements

Meeting Coordination & Reporting

• Attend team meetings, capture clear action items, and ensure follow‑through


• Track and report progress across multiple initiatives

Startup Experience

• Proven experience working in early‑stage or high‑growth tech startups


• Comfortable in fast‑paced, ambiguous environments

Systems & Tools Expertise

• Strong experience with project management tools (Jira, Linear, Notion, Asana, etc.)


• Solid understanding of Agile and sprint methodologies

Leadership & Communication

• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and enforce accountability


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Problem‑Solving Mindset

• Highly proactive, execution‑focused, and detail‑oriented


• Strong ability to identify bottlenecks and adapt workflows independently

💻 Fully Remote: Work from anywhere with international teams

🚀 Career Growth: Join companies in SaaS, MarTech, and B2B services

🤝 Peer Community: Connect with high‑performing sales professionals in our network

🧭 Ongoing Support: Receive guidance from Huzzle before and after placement

💰 Tailored Compensation: Salaries vary by client and candidate preference — we’ll match you with options that fit your goals