Senior IT Project Lead — Hybrid role in Polokwane

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks an experienced IT Project Management Lead to oversee a portfolio of technology initiatives. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget and to high quality standards.

The role requires 7+ years in IT project management (3+ in leadership), a Bachelor's degree, and certifications (PMP/PRINCE2/Agile). A hybrid work model and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications desirable.
• 7+ years IT project management experience, 3+ in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of multiple IT projects.
• Develop detailed project plans: scope, timelines, budgets, resources.
• Manage risks and issues with mitigation strategies.
• Oversee project teams with guidance and performance management.
• Ensure adherence to Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Project planning

Risk management

Vendor management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks an experienced IT Project Management Lead to oversee a portfolio of technology initiatives. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget and to high quality standards.

The role requires 7+ years in IT project management (3+ in leadership), a Bachelor's degree, and certifications (PMP/PRINCE2/Agile). A hybrid work model and growth opportunities are offered.