Remote Project Manager - Tech Startups

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Professional development budget

Modern collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Project Manager to support tech startups globally. This fully remote role lets you lead projects from concept to launch, coordinating distributed teams and stakeholders to hit ambitious deadlines.

You will build detailed plans, manage scope and budgets, apply Agile practices, and mitigate risks in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication, organization, and self-discipline are essential to deliver high-quality results across diverse products.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager with tech startups or tech industry.
• Proven ability to manage projects fully in a remote environment.
• Experience with Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and tools like Jira, Trello or Asana.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple startup projects from concept to launch and optimization.
• Develop detailed plans with scope, timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Facilitate communication among distributed teams and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and dependencies and mitigate them remotely.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and align with objectives.

Skills

Project management

Remote collaboration

Agile methodologies

Communication

Self-discipline

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, or related field

Tools

Jira

Trello

Asana

Slack

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Remote Project Manager to support dynamic tech startups across various industries. This fully remote position allows you to work from anywhere, collaborating virtually with innovative teams to bring new products and services to market. You will be responsible for guiding projects through their entire lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and adherence to strategic goals. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive project leader who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative, and flexible work environment, leveraging cutting-edge tools to connect and manage distributed teams effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent projects for tech startups, from concept to launch and post‑launch optimization.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, utilizing virtual collaboration tools.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among distributed team members, stakeholders, and clients.
• Identify, track, and mitigate project risks and dependencies in a remote setting.
• Ensure project deliverables meet high-quality standards and align with startup objectives and market needs.
• Conduct virtual project meetings, provide status updates, and manage project documentation rigorously.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager , with a strong emphasis on working with technology startups or in the tech industry.
• Proven ability to manage projects entirely in a remote work environment.
• Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and associated tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Asana).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills, with a high degree of self-discipline.
• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in delivering projects on time and within scope in a fast-paced startup environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with remote experience.
• Opportunity to work with innovative tech startups and cutting‑edge projects.
• Flexible remote work arrangements, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Generous professional development budget for online courses and certifications.
• Access to a suite of modern collaboration and productivity tools.