Project Manager - IT and Software Development

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Continued learning & certification

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead IT and software development projects through the full lifecycle from planning to deployment and maintenance. You will work closely with product owners, developers, QA, and operations to deliver high-quality software that meets business needs.

The candidate should have 5+ years in IT project management, strong Agile/Scrum experience, leadership and communication skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management within IT/software development.
• Proven experience delivering Agile/Scrum projects.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
• Coordinate with development teams, QA, and operations to ensure timely and successful product releases.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies and promote best practices within the development teams.
• Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring proactive mitigation.
• Communicate project status, updates, and risks to stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Project management

Agile/Scrum

SDLC knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Trello

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead their IT and Software Development projects in Polokwane . This role involves managing the entire software development lifecycle, from planning and execution to deployment and maintenance. You will work closely with development teams, product owners, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet business needs and drive innovation. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and excellent project management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
• Coordinate with development teams, QA, and operations to ensure timely and successful product releases.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies and promote best practices within the development teams.
• Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring proactive mitigation.
• Communicate project status, updates, and risks to stakeholders effectively.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in project management , specifically within IT and software development environments.
• Proven experience managing Agile/Scrum development projects.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Trello.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certification.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment in Polokwane .
• Structured career progression path within the IT department.