Senior IT Project Manager - Remote

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead large-scale IT initiatives from a fully remote position. You will guide complex projects across the SDLC, infrastructure upgrades, and software development lifecycles while coordinating with globally distributed teams.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, strategic planning, and remote stakeholder engagement to ensure delivery on time and within budget. A master’s degree and PMP/PRINCE2 are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive IT project management experience, including senior/lead roles.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale IT projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, SDLC, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and remote stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of major IT projects across the organization.
• Define scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria with IT leadership and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, resources, and risk strategies.
• Direct and mentor geographically dispersed project teams, ensuring effective communication.
• Oversee IT solution implementations aligning with best practices in software, infra, and security.
• Provide regular status reports and executive summaries to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Remote work

Stakeholder mgmt

SDLC knowledge

PMP/PRINCE2

Education

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a highly experienced Senior IT Project Manager to join their globally distributed team, working entirely remotely. You will be instrumental in guiding the delivery of complex, large-scale IT projects, including system implementations, infrastructure upgrades, and software development lifecycles. This role requires exceptional leadership, strategic planning capabilities, and a profound understanding of IT project intricacies. You will drive project success through effective remote team management, stakeholder engagement, and meticulous oversight of project execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technological advancements from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of major IT projects across the organization.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with IT leadership and business stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Direct and mentor geographically dispersed project teams, ensuring efficient communication and collaboration.
• Oversee the implementation of IT solutions, adhering to best practices in software development, infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
• Provide regular, comprehensive status reports and executive summaries to senior management.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT project management, with a significant portion in senior or lead roles.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale, complex IT projects on time and within budget.
• Deep understanding of IT infrastructure, software development lifecycle (SDLC), cloud technologies, and cybersecurity principles.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, particularly in a remote setting.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive-level salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote position offering maximum work-life flexibility.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for home office equipment and professional development.
• Opportunity to shape the technological future of a leading organization.