Remote Project Manager

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work allowance

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development allowance

Engaging remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly capable Remote Project Manager to oversee diverse projects for our growing portfolio. This fully remote role requires you to plan, execute, and close projects without direct supervision, coordinating with virtual teams across locations.

You will manage scope, timelines, budgets, and risks while delivering quality outcomes. A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in remote project management with strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with remote experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans with scope, goals, deliverables, resources, budget, and milestones.
• Coordinate and manage remote project teams ensuring tasks are assigned and completed efficiently.
• Monitor progress and performance, implementing adjustments to achieve objectives.
• Communicate with stakeholders, providing timely updates on status and issues.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and dependencies.
• Ensure all projects are delivered on plan and meet quality expectations.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly competent Remote Project Manager to oversee diverse projects for their growing business. This is a fully remote opportunity, requiring a candidate who can effectively manage projects from initiation to closure without direct supervision. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget, while working collaboratively with virtual team members and stakeholders across various locations. If you thrive in an independent work environment and have a passion for delivering successful project outcomes, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, budget, and milestones.
• Coordinate and manage project teams, ensuring tasks are assigned and completed efficiently in a remote setting.
• Monitor project progress and performance, implementing necessary adjustments to achieve project objectives.
• Manage communication with all stakeholders, providing timely updates on project status and potential issues.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and dependencies.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered according to plan and meet quality expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with a significant portion in remote roles.
• Solid understanding of project management principles and methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, suited for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in using project management software and online collaboration tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently and deliver results consistently.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work allowance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Flexible working hours and location independence.
• Annual allowance for professional development and training.
• A supportive and engaging remote team culture.