Senior IT Project Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Generous leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead strategic technology initiatives in a fully remote capacity, supporting operations near Mahikeng. You will oversee large-scale IT projects, ensure delivery on time and within budget, and uphold quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and hands-on governance across distributed teams, with emphasis on risk mitigation, reporting to senior management, and driving continuous process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive IT project management experience on large-scale enterprise projects.
• Experience with ERP implementations, cloud migrations, and system upgrades.
• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and completion of complex IT projects across infrastructure, software, and security.
• Develop project plans, define scope, establish timelines, manage resources, and mitigate risks.
• Manage budgets and expenditures to meet financial objectives.
• Coordinate communications among distributed project teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to IT governance, security policies, and quality assurance standards.
• Conduct status meetings and report to senior management; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Budget management

Governance & security

Risk management

Distributed teams

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Master's degree preferred

PMP/PRINCE2 certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly accomplished Senior IT Project Manager to lead strategic technology initiatives in a fully remote capacity, supporting their operations near Mahikeng. This pivotal role involves overseeing large-scale IT projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals, are delivered on time, within budget, and meet stringent quality standards. You will champion best practices in project management, foster collaboration among distributed teams, and manage complex stakeholder relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned IT leader to drive significant technological advancements within a supportive, remote-first organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful completion of complex IT projects across various domains (infrastructure, software, security).


• Develop comprehensive project plans, define scope, establish timelines, manage resources, and identify/mitigate risks.


• Effectively manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.


• Facilitate seamless communication and collaboration among geographically dispersed project teams, vendors, and stakeholders.


• Ensure adherence to established IT governance, security policies, and quality assurance standards.


• Conduct regular project status meetings, provide detailed reports to senior management, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.


• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in IT project management, with a focus on large-scale enterprise projects.


• Proven experience managing diverse IT projects, including ERP implementations, cloud migrations, and system upgrades.


• In-depth knowledge of various project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).


• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, communication, and negotiation skills.


• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is essential.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Fully remote position offering exceptional work-life balance and flexibility.


• Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision benefits.


• Generous annual leave, personal days, and paid holidays.


• Significant opportunities for professional development, certifications, and career advancement.