Remote Lead Project Manager, Digital Transformation

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 2,030,000 - 3,046,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Lead Project Manager for Digital Transformation to guide complex initiatives for diverse clients from anywhere. You will own end-to-end delivery, shape project strategy, and drive outcomes across distributed teams in a virtual environment.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in project management, strong expertise in Agile, Scrum, Waterfall or Hybrid, and solid knowledge of cloud, AI, and data analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years in project management with digital transformation.
• Proven track record leading complex remote projects.
• Expertise in Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or Hybrid.
• Strong cloud, AI, data analytics knowledge.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management.
• Ability to lead remote teams and drive adoption.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent cert desirable.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of large digital transformation projects.
• Define scope, goals, deliverables and success criteria with senior management.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies with mitigation strategies.
• Foster collaboration among cross-functional, distributed teams.
• Provide regular status updates and concise stakeholder reports.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with high quality.
• Oversee change management and adoption of new technologies.
• Mentor junior project managers and team members.
• Stay updated on emerging digital technologies and trends.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Remote team leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Agile

Scrum

Waterfall

Hybrid

Job description

Our client, a global technology consulting firm, is seeking a highly accomplished and motivated Remote Lead Project Manager, Digital Transformation to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote, permanent position with the opportunity to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for leading complex digital transformation initiatives for a diverse range of clients, guiding them through significant technological and operational changes. This role demands exceptional project management skills, a deep understanding of digital technologies, and the ability to foster collaboration across distributed teams. You will drive strategic projects, ensuring successful delivery, stakeholder satisfaction, and alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a passion for innovation and a proven ability to manage challenging projects from inception to completion in a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale digital transformation projects for clients.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and provide clear, concise reports to stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Oversee change management processes and ensure smooth adoption of new technologies and processes.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members.
• Stay abreast of emerging digital technologies and industry trends to inform project strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on digital transformation and IT projects.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex, cross-functional projects, preferably in a remote setting.
• Expertise in project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or Hybrid.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing, AI, data analytics, and other digital technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams and foster a collaborative virtual environment.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is highly desirable.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a generous retirement savings plan with company match, paid time off, and continuous learning opportunities. Our client is committed to providing a flexible and supportive remote work environment that promotes work-life balance and professional growth.