Remote Senior Project Manager - Agile Transformation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work allowance

Flexible working hours

Health insurance and wellness programs

Generous PTO and virtual team events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead remote agile transformation efforts, driving adoption of Scrum and Kanban across distributed teams. You will define, implement and refine agile practices while coaching teams to achieve high performance and predictable delivery.

The role emphasizes remote collaboration, continuous improvement, and optimizing development processes, offering flexible work arrangements and impact across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in project management, with at least 5 years in agile environments.
• Proven track record of delivering complex software projects using agile methodologies.
• Deep understanding of agile principles, values, and frameworks.
• Experience with agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Trello.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management for remote settings.
• Agile certifications such as CSM, CSPO, or PMP-ACP are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic implementation and ongoing management of agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) across project teams.
• Develop and maintain project roadmaps, backlogs, and release plans with product owners and stakeholders.
• Coach and mentor agile teams, Scrum Masters, and Product Owners to drive adoption of agile practices.
• Facilitate all agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives.
• Identify and remove impediments and foster open communication within distributed teams.
• Track agile metrics and report progress on team performance and transformation.

Skills

Agile coaching

Stakeholder management

Remote team leadership

Scrum Kanban

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

CSM/CSPO/PMP-ACP certification

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Trello

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead pivotal agile transformation efforts, operating entirely remotely. This role is critical for driving organizational change and optimizing development processes across distributed teams. You will be responsible for defining, implementing, and refining agile methodologies, coaching teams, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, proactive individual with extensive experience in agile environments and a passion for facilitating high-performing, remote-first teams. This position offers the flexibility of working from anywhere while making a significant impact on the client's operational efficiency and product delivery capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic implementation and ongoing management of agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) across various project teams.
• Develop and maintain project roadmaps, backlogs, and release plans in close collaboration with product owners and stakeholders.
• Coach and mentor agile teams, scrum masters, and product owners to enhance their understanding and adoption of agile practices.
• Facilitate all necessary agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Identify and remove impediments hindering team progress and foster an environment of open communication and collaboration.
• Track key agile metrics and provide regular reports on team performance, project velocity, and overall transformation progress.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management , with at least 5 years specifically in agile environments.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex, software development projects using agile methodologies.
• Deep understanding of agile principles, values, and various frameworks.
• Experience with agile project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Trello.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills, adapted for a remote setting.
• Agile certifications such as CSM, CSPO, or PMP-ACP are highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and remote work allowance.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for virtual team-building events.
• The opportunity to shape and drive agile adoption within a forward-thinking organization.