Remote Automotive Project Manager

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Automotive Project Manager to lead critical automotive technology projects from conception through delivery. You will coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring timely, within-scope, high-quality results in a fully remote environment.

The role requires strong leadership, planning, and communication skills, with a deep understanding of automotive development and PM methodologies (Agile/Waterfall).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
• 6+ years of project management experience in automotive sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and closing of automotive tech projects.
• Develop detailed project plans with objectives, deliverables and tasks.
• Manage project budgets and track expenditures to meet financial goals.
• Facilitate communication among team members, stakeholders, and partners.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Agile / Waterfall

Jira

Asana / MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PMP certification

Business Administration (related)

Tools

Jira

Asana

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Remote Automotive Project Manager to lead critical projects within their innovative product development division. This role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of automotive technology initiatives from conception to completion. Working entirely remotely, you will manage cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and budgets to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, coupled with a deep understanding of the automotive industry and project management methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and closing of automotive technology projects, managing scope, timelines, and resources.
• Develop detailed project plans, including defining project objectives, deliverables, tasks, and resource requirements.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Facilitate effective communication among project team members, stakeholders, and external partners through virtual channels.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and customer expectations, adhering to automotive industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; PMP or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on the automotive sector.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex automotive projects, preferably in a remote or hybrid setting.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentive program.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Allowance for home office expenses and continuous professional development support.
• Opportunity to lead impactful projects driving innovation in the automotive industry.