Remote Project Manager - Software Implementation

Placements24; Cape Town; Híbrido; ZAR 780.000 - 1.020.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Remote benefits (health, dental, and视)

Generous paid time off

Remote-first culture

Global distributed team

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Project Manager to lead complex software implementation projects. This fully remote role lets you manage diverse teams and drive successful software deployments for clients globally.

Responsibilities include end-to-end project lifecycle management, client liaison, and training. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in PM, strong Agile/Scrum experience, and excellent remote collaboration skills.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business or related field.
• At least 5 years of project management experience in software implementations.
• Proven experience with Agile/Scrum.
• Strong remote communication and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with Jira, Asana or similar tools.

Responsabilidades

• Manage full lifecycle of software implementation projects.
• Serve as primary client contact and manage expectations.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, and risks.
• Coordinate with internal development, QA, and support teams.
• Facilitate remote meetings, workshops, and training.
• Provide regular status updates to stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Project management

Agile / Scrum

Remote leadership

Stakeholder communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business

Herramientas

Jira

Asana

Trello

Slack

Zoom

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly organized Remote Project Manager to lead complex software implementation projects. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to manage diverse teams and projects from anywhere, driving the successful deployment of critical software solutions for clients globally. You will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, from initial client consultation and requirement gathering through to deployment, user training, and post-implementation support. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional communication skills, a deep understanding of software development and deployment processes, and a proven ability to manage projects effectively in a virtual environment. This is a chance to excel in a remote-first culture renowned for its innovation and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of software implementation projects , ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing expectations and ensuring clear communication throughout the project.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with internal development, QA, and support teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Facilitate remote project meetings, workshops, and training sessions for clients and internal teams.
• Monitor project progress using various tools, providing regular status updates and reports to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management , with a strong focus on software implementation .
• Proven experience managing projects within an Agile or Scrum framework.
• Excellent understanding of software development lifecycles and common implementation methodologies.
• Exceptional remote communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello) and collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive remote benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• Work from anywhere with a flexible, remote-first culture.
• Be part of a dynamic, globally distributed team driving technological advancements.