Senior Project Manager

Ovations Technologies; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager for an 8-month contract to lead digital transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing D365 implementations and exceptional leadership skills. Experience in the Banking or Financial Services sector is highly advantageous. This role offers a chance to drive key projects and ensure adherence to best practices.

Qualifications

• Proven, hands-on experience managing full-cycle Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementations.
• 7+ years of dedicated Project Management experience in complex IT projects.
• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage full-lifecycle D365 implementation projects.
• Develop and control project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Oversee governance structures and manage scope changes.

Skills

D365 Implementation (MANDATORY)

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Job description

This is an 8 - month contract with our client in the Financial Services industry. We are seeking a results-driven and highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead critical digital transformation initiatives for our prestigious client in Rosebank.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Lead and manage complex, full-lifecycle D365 implementation projects from initiation through successful go-live and handover.
• Planning & Control: Develop, manage, and rigorously control comprehensive project plans, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Governance & Risk: Oversee robust governance structures, manage scope changes effectively, and proactively identify and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Methodology: Drive the project using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies best suited for the D365 program.
• Stakeholder Management: Ensure high-level stakeholder alignment, manage expectations, and prepare clear, concise executive-level reporting on project performance.
• Collaboration: Act as the key liaison between business sponsors, in-house technical teams, and external vendor partners.
• Best Practice: Champion adherence to organizational strategy and Microsoft D365 implementation best practices.

Essential Requirements

• D365 Implementation (MANDATORY): Proven, hands‑on experience managing full‑cycle Microsoft Dynamics 365 implementations (e.g., Finance & Operations, Customer Engagement, or Business Central).
• Experience: 7+ years of dedicated Project Management experience, specifically managing large, complex IT and systems integration projects in an enterprise environment.
• Leadership: Exceptional leadership, communication, and highly developed stakeholder management skills.

Desirable Attributes

• Certifications: Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum Master certifications are highly advantageous.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience working within the Banking or Financial Services sector.