Project Manager (Contract)

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 716,352 - 1,033,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Work based on skills/experience

Job summary

A Johannesburg-based IT consulting firm is seeking a Project Manager for a 36-month contract. The role involves leading technical projects while applying PRINCE2 and ITIL best practices. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of IT project management experience, including Proficiency in Office 365 and SDLC. The position offers a competitive hourly rate ranging from R520 to R750, based on skills and experience. Interested applicants should send their CV to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Project Management experience in an IT environment.
• At least 3 years of experience applying PRINCE2 methodology.
• Experience working within an ITIL framework.
• Hands-on experience utilizing Office 365 for project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage project lifecycles using PRINCE2 principles.
• Align project delivery with ITIL best practices.
• Act as a liaison between stakeholders and technical teams.
• Utilize Office 365 tools for project management.
• Ensure digital products meet client requirements.

Skills

PRINCE2 methodology

ITIL framework

Office 365

SDLC

Structured project management software

Education

3-year IT-related qualification (Diploma or Degree)

Job description

A Johannesburg-based IT services and consulting firm specializing in custom software development, AI integration, and lean startup methodologies is seeking a Project Manager for a 36‑month (3 years) contract who will be responsible for leading and overseeing technical projects within an integrated technology development studio.

Responsibilities

• Project Governance: Apply PRINCE2 principles to manage project lifecycles, ensuring clear documentation, stage‑gate approvals, and risk management.

• Service Integration: Align project delivery with ITIL best practices to ensure seamless transition from project phase to operational support.

• Technical Liaison: Act as the primary interface between stakeholders and technical teams (Developers, DevOps, and QA) to define scopes and timelines.

• Resource Management: Utilize Office 365 tools (Teams, SharePoint, Planner) to maintain project schedules, track milestones, and facilitate team collaboration.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure all digital products and software solutions meet the client’s functional requirements and technical standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: A 3‑year IT‑related qualification (Diploma or Degree).

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of Project Management experience specifically within an IT environment.

  • At least 3 years of experience applying PRINCE2 methodology.

  • At least 3 years of experience working within an ITIL framework.

  • At least 3 years of hands‑on experience utilizing Office 365 for project coordination and reporting.

• Expertise in SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle).

• Proficiency in structured project management software.

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and digital product ecosystems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience/skills)
• This role works on a R520 - R750 per hour based on skills/experience

IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career‑changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [e-mail]