Project Manager (Hybrid) - Philippines

Sybrin; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT software development company in Johannesburg is looking for an Intermediate Project Manager to manage projects from inception to closure. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, relevant certifications, and at least 3 years of project management experience. Responsibilities include overseeing project governance, financial performance, and team coordination to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on project management experience.
• Proficiency in the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Familiarity with PMBoK guidelines or Prince2 methodology.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from inception to closure, ensuring adherence to standards.
• Oversee project governance and coordinate communication.
• Monitor financial performance and address potential overruns.

Skills

Project Management

Agile methodologies

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, IT, Engineering, or related fields

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM)

Project Management Institute (PMI) certification

Tools

Project management software tools

Job description

About Sybrin

Sybrin is a leading IT software development company specialising in innovative solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of businesses across various sectors. Our mission is to empower businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions that drive efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and facilitate growth.

At Sybrin we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and secure solutions, thanks in part to our ISO certifications: ISO 9001 for Quality Management, ISO/IEC 27001 for Information Security Management, and ISO/IEC 27701 for Privacy Information Management. As an employee of Sybrin, you will be expected to familiarise yourself with the Integrated Management System contents and undergo periodic training to understand your role in the security, quality, and privacy ecosystem, upholding the principles of Sybrin’s Integrated Management System. The Integrated Management is a significant business enabler and ensures customers receive quality, secure service at every touchpoint.

Role Overview

The Intermediate Project Manager is responsible for managing projects from inception to closure, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the specified quality standards. This role involves coordinating with various stakeholders, managing risks, and ensuring effective governance throughout the project lifecycle. The Intermediate Project Manager will work closely with a team of Developers, Quality Assurers, and Business Analysts, maintaining strong relationships both internally and externally.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor\'s degree in business administration, IT, Engineering, or related fields.
• Certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM). Certifications in Kanban, Lean, or SAFe are also valuable.
• Certification by the Project Management Institute (PMI).
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on project management experience.
• Proficiency in the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including planning, analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance.
• Familiarity with PMBoK guidelines or Prince2 methodology, including process groups and knowledge areas.
• Experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) to manage large-scale software development projects.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.

Reporting Line

Reporting to: Project Delivery Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Manage projects from inception to closure, ensuring adherence to time, cost, scope, and quality standards, and effective execution of the project plan while leading squads and people.
• Governance and Coordination: Oversee project governance, maintain a comprehensive communication plan, manage risks and issues, and coordinate scheduling and activities.
• Multi-Project Management: Monitor financial performance, identify potential cost overruns, and propose corrective actions to keep projects within budget.
• Collaboration: Build and manage high-performing development teams, including hiring and performance management.
• Billable Utilisation: Measure and uphold billable utilisation to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Task and Resource Management: Assign tasks based on skills and workload, allocate resources, and manage timelines with deadlines as needed.
• Risk and Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks; troubleshoot and resolve issues during development.
• Scope Management: Manage scope creep and ensure alignment with initial goals.
• Stakeholder Management: Communicate progress and address concerns from clients and team members.
• Budget Management: Monitor budgets and identify potential overruns with corrective actions.
• Client Negotiation: Negotiate scope, timelines, and budgets with clients.
• Impact on Business: Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery that meets client expectations and contributes to profitability; empower teams to perform at their best.
• Supervision Responsibilities: Supervise and coordinate team members and project tasks, with oversight of Business Analysts, Quality Assurers, Developers, and Development Leads assigned to projects.

Critical Technical and Behavioural Skills Required

• Proficiency in PMBoK or Prince2 methodologies.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (e.g., SCRUM).
• Experience with SDLC and SAFe methodologies.
• Proficient in project management software tools.
• Strong financial management and reporting skills.
• Risk and issue management expertise.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Customer service orientation.
• Organized and results-oriented.