Remote IT Project Manager: Lead Cross-Functional Initiatives

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + Bonus

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

PMP Certification Support

Remote-first Culture

Professional Development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an IT Project Manager to lead critical technology initiatives in a remote-first environment. You will plan, execute, and close projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and managing cross-functional teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of IT project leadership, with strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies. Competitive salary, bonus, health benefits, PTO, and PMP certification support are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience managing complex IT projects.
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Strong knowledge of PM methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close IT projects on time and within budget.
• Develop project plans, allocate resources, and set timelines.
• Manage scope, changes, and risks across the lifecycle.
• Lead cross-functional teams and assign tasks.
• Communicate progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders.
• Ensure deliverable quality and conduct post-project reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Agile methodologies

Scrum

Waterfall

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field

Tools

Jira

Asana

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an IT Project Manager to lead critical technology initiatives in a remote-first environment. You will plan, execute, and close projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and managing cross-functional teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of IT project leadership, with strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies. Competitive salary, bonus, health benefits, PTO, and PMP certification support are offered.