Remote Senior Project Manager - Digital Transformation

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote work

Professional development

Company equipment

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex digital transformation initiatives in a fully remote role within South Africa. You will guide clients through strategic planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring seamless integration of new systems and processes.

This position requires exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a deep understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PMP or Agile certifications (e.g., Scrum Master) are highly desirable.
• 7–9 years of progressive project management experience with a focus on digital transformation, IT projects, or software lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of digital transformation projects for a diverse client base.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines, budgets, resources, and risk mitigation.
• Manage project teams, providing direction and performance feedback in a remote setting.
• Facilitate clear communication among project stakeholders including clients, technical teams, and executives.
• Oversee implementation of new technologies and processes with minimal disruption.
• Monitor progress, identify roadblocks, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Conduct regular status meetings and prepare comprehensive stakeholder reports.
• Ensure all deliverables meet high quality standards and client expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Asana

Slack

Microsoft Teams

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking technology services company seeking a highly accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead complex digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding clients through significant technological changes, ensuring seamless integration of new systems and processes. You will manage the entire project lifecycle, from strategic planning and stakeholder engagement to execution and successful delivery. This role demands exceptional leadership, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of digital technologies and project management best practices. You will play a crucial role in helping our clients leverage technology to achieve their business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of digital transformation projects for a diverse client base.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage project teams, providing direction, motivation, and performance feedback in a remote setting.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication among project stakeholders, including clients, technical teams, and executive leadership.
• Oversee the implementation of new technologies, software, and business processes, ensuring minimal disruption.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential roadblocks, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and prepare comprehensive reports for stakeholders.
• Ensure that all project deliverables meet the highest quality standards and client expectations.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PMP or Agile certifications (e.g., Scrum Master) are highly desirable.
• A minimum of 7-9 years of progressive experience in project management, with a strong emphasis on digital transformation, IT projects, or software development lifecycles.
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects in a remote or distributed team environment.
• Solid understanding of various project management methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with remote teams and clients.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, with a proven ability to solve complex business and technical challenges.
• Experience with project management software and collaboration tools suitable for remote work (e.g., Jira, Asana, Slack, Microsoft Teams).
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with potential for performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in the latest digital technologies.
• Contribution to impactful projects that drive innovation for clients.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.
• Company-provided equipment and home office stipend.