Senior IT Implementation / Digital Transformation Project Manager

Decision Inc; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee IT implementation and digital transformation projects. The ideal candidate will manage multiple projects, ensuring delivery meets clients' expectations while adhering to governance standards. With over 10 years of experience in project management, particularly within financial planning and analytics, you will lead projects from initiation through to sign-off, building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience leading medium to large-scale IT implementation projects.
• Strong experience in financial planning and analytics IT projects, particularly SAP.
• Proven success in delivering projects through the full project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, leading, and managing DISA projects throughout the Decision Inc. Project Lifecycle.
• Ensure the successful outcome of assigned projects, focusing on client satisfaction and governance adherence.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships to ensure successful project outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Financial Planning

Problem Solving

Microsoft Project

Job description

Responsible for the delivery of all assigned projects on time, on budget, aligned to the specific DISA PMO project delivery methodologies, governance, and quality standards, as well as attainment of DI and Client-specific objectives.

Who Are We?

Decision Inc. is a global digital partner that enables businesses to reinvent themselves to realize their full potential.

We deliver agility, resilience, and intelligence to any enterprise, enabling them to adapt quickly and thrive through innovation and opportunity. Our teams have engaged with more than 400 clients globally over the past 15 years, providing them with the expertise to build, operate, and optimize their digital businesses.

We achieve this by leveraging the world's best technology to drive our clients' business ambitions forward into tomorrow's reality. These technologies include but are not limited to: Microsoft, SAP, Qlik, Snowflake, Alteryx, Automation Anywhere, and Workday Adaptive Insights.

Our success is ultimately driven by our entrepreneurial culture, industry exposure, and the passion of our people. We have three key cross-functional teams: Functional and Specialist Consulting, Development, and Engineering teams. Based in four global offices, our exceptional consultants focus on delivering value to clients by keeping them at the center of our service delivery. To find out more about our exciting fast-paced culture, visit: Careers at Decision Inc.

What Will You Do?

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for planning, leading, and managing DISA projects and/or programmes throughout the Decision Inc. Project Lifecycle, from Initiation to Sign-off.
2. Ensure the successful outcome of assigned projects/programmes, acting as the key driver that holds the engagement together.
3. Lead projects as if they were your own business, focusing on Client satisfaction, achieving DI and Client project objectives, targeted GP margin, and maintaining a positive environment for the project team.
4. Build and maintain strong, value-adding Client relationships to ensure successful project outcomes, navigating project complexities while meeting DI objectives.
5. Develop and sustain relationships with DISA internal stakeholders (PMO, BUs, Finance, IT, HR) to support project success.
6. Manage and communicate project status internally and with the Client, including progress, scope, budget, quality, schedule, risks, issues, dependencies, escalations, and change control.
7. Adhere to best-practice PMO methodologies and DISA-specific project rulebooks in project setup, execution, and completion, aligned with Decision Inc. PMO standards and stakeholder needs.
8. Manage multiple projects/programmes simultaneously within the maximum possible allocation.
9. Maintain DISA PMO governance practices, including project initiation, setup, and documentation, in line with standards and stakeholder requirements.
10. Create and update detailed project plans, including resource allocation, dependencies, budget, and baselines, using Microsoft Project and Projects on Line.
11. Develop, sign off, and adhere to the Project Charter.
12. Coordinate project delivery within budget, scope, and quality parameters.
13. Manage project documentation, including artefacts, change control, quality assurance, testing, training, deployment, and support phases.
14. Lead the project team to ensure delivery according to the project Charter and plan, escalating risks and issues as needed.
15. Oversee project budgets, billing, cash flow, and invoicing processes.
16. Prepare collateral and facilitate project meetings with clients and internal teams.
17. Support DISA PMO initiatives to improve team efficiency and effectiveness.

Who Do You Need to Be?

1. Over 10 years of experience leading medium to large-scale IT implementation and digital transformation projects.
2. Strong experience in financial planning and analytics IT projects (SAP / SAC / Data on SAP landscape) is highly desirable.
3. Proven success in delivering projects as Lead/E2E accountable through full project lifecycle.
4. Extensive project and programme management experience, including managing client relationships, scope, schedule, quality, and financials.
5. Strong commercial, technical, and governance skills.
6. Experience communicating with C-suite stakeholders.
7. High adaptability and problem-solving skills, with consulting acumen.
8. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Project Plan and Projects on Line.
9. Preferred industry exposure: Professional Services, Consulting, Retail, Banking, FMCG, Mining.