Project Manager III

HelloKindred; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company is seeking a Project Manager III in Johannesburg, South Africa, to lead enterprise-wide projects. The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years of project management experience and a proven track record in stakeholder management and budget oversight. This is a hybrid role with a contract length of 12 months. The company emphasizes equal opportunity and diversity in hiring.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in a project environment.
• 2–3 years managing medium to high-complexity projects.
• Proven experience in building high-performance cultures.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate cost estimation based on client requirements.
• Track defined benefits throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee scope management, including change-related impacts.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Team leadership

Budget management

Change management

Education

Honour’s Degree or equivalent professional qualification

PMP or Prince certification

Job description

HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid.

Our vision is to make work accessible and people’s lives better.We do this by disrupting traditional employment barriers –connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.

Job Description

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length: 12 months
Work Set Up: Hybrid

Our client in the global professional services industry is looking for a Project Manager III to plan, direct and coordinate enterprise-wide projects, ensuring successful delivery of goals, strategies, schedules, resources and risk management in alignment with overall business objectives.

What you will do:

• Deliver accurate cost estimation based on full coverage of client requirements and project scope.
• Maintain project budgets within defined scope.
• Drive on-target project delivery within deadlines, budget parameters and governance frameworks.
• Track defined benefits throughout the project lifecycle and elevate deviations when necessary.
• Oversee scope management, including coverage and change-related impacts.
• Keep clients fully informed of progress, milestones and any required adjustments.
• Lead and support change management processes alongside the client.
• Capture client needs accurately and translate them into project scope.
• Allocate resources appropriately and support effective utilisation.
• Manage the delivery of large and complex projects using established project management methodologies.
• Negotiate and assign resources to enable successful execution.

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12/National Senior Certificate.
• Honour’s Degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• PMP or Prince certification; Programme Management Certification (PGMP) preferred or in progress.
• 8–10 years of experience in a project environment, including 2–3 years managing medium to high-complexity projects.
• Proven experience in building high-performance cultures, managing stakeholder relationships and leading teams.
• Background in compliance risk management, workforce planning, communication strategy development and process improvement.
• Experience driving transformation and innovation across projects.
• Strong knowledge of relevant regulations, industry trends, software and systems.
• Understanding of financial management principles, project management methodologies and communication strategies.
• Familiarity with decision-making processes and governance, risk and control frameworks.
• Demonstrated behavioural strengths in innovation, high-impact communication, partnership building, driving for results, technical and professional expertise, sound decision-making, and influencing.

Additional Information

Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country the position is based in, without requiring sponsorship.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

HelloKindred is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.