Remote Senior Project Manager - Digital Transformation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly accomplished Remote Senior Project Manager to lead crucial digital transformation initiatives. This role drives strategy and management of the full project lifecycle from a remote location, coordinating across teams and stakeholders.

The candidate will have 8+ years in project management, a Master’s degree, PMP certification, and experience with agile/hybrid/waterfall methodologies, cloud technologies, and data analytics. Budget oversight exceeds R10 million.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive project management experience with digital transformation and technology implementation.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field; PMP or equivalent certification is essential.
• Proven experience managing large-scale projects using agile, hybrid, and waterfall methodologies.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence senior executives and distributed teams.
• Experience with cloud technologies, data analytics, and modern software development practices is highly preferred.
• Track record of budgets exceeding R10 million and delivering business value through digital initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and execution of complex digital transformation projects from inception to completion.
• Develop roadmaps, budgets, and resource plans; adapt strategies for remote workforce.
• Manage and mentor geographically dispersed project teams; foster innovation and accountability.
• Engage with senior stakeholders, provide updates, manage expectations, drive consensus on project direction.
• Oversee selection and implementation of new technologies and processes; ensure adoption across the business.
• Identify, mitigate risks and implement change management to deliver transformative outcomes remotely.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Remote team leadership

Education

Master's degree (MBA/IT)

PMP certification

Tools

Cloud technologies

Data analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly accomplished Remote Senior Project Manager to lead crucial digital transformation initiatives. This position is vital for driving strategic projects that reshape how our client operates, engages customers, and leverages technology. You will be responsible for managing the entire project lifecycle in a fully remote capacity, ensuring seamless collaboration, efficient resource allocation, and the successful implementation of transformative solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to make a lasting impact on the future of the organization from the convenience of their chosen location.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of complex digital transformation projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Develop comprehensive project roadmaps, budgets, and resource plans, adapting strategies as needed for a remote workforce .
• Manage and mentor diverse, geographically dispersed project teams, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and high performance.
• Engage effectively with senior stakeholders across the organization, providing clear updates, managing expectations, and driving consensus on project direction.
• Oversee the selection and implementation of new technologies and processes, ensuring successful integration and adoption across the business.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, implement change management strategies, and ensure the successful delivery of transformative outcomes in a remote setting .

Requirements

• Over 8 years of progressive experience in project management , with a strong focus on digital transformation, change management, and technology implementation.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field; PMP or equivalent certification is essential.
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale, complex projects using agile, hybrid, and waterfall methodologies .
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives and distributed teams.
• Experience with cloud technologies, data analytics, and modern software development practices is highly preferred for this remote role .
• A track record of successfully managing budgets exceeding R10 million and delivering significant business value through digital initiatives.

Benefits

• Highly attractive base salary with substantial bonus potential tied to project success and digital transformation milestones.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous allocation for professional development, including advanced training and certifications.
• Significant flexibility and autonomy afforded by a fully remote working arrangement .
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that define the future of the industry.