Senior Project Manager - Business Transformation

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid role

Professional development

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead major transformation programs in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role requires strategic thinking, cross‑functional leadership, and experience in driving organizational change.

You will partner with executive leadership to conceptualize, plan, and execute initiatives, managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations. A strong background in change management and PMP/PRINCE2/Agile is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in project management, with emphasis on business transformation or operational improvement.
• Proven success leading large, complex, cross-functional projects with significant impact.
• Expertise in PM methodologies (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile).
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and navigate complex structures.
• Experience with change management principles and tools.
• Knowledge of Mpumalanga business landscape is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of business transformation projects aligned with strategic objectives.
• Develop comprehensive plans defining scope, deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
• Identify stakeholders, build relationships, and manage expectations through the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to drive results in a collaborative environment.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks, creating contingency plans as needed.
• Oversee implementation of new strategies, processes, and technologies.
• Monitor progress, track KPIs, and report status to senior management.
• Drive change management for adoption of new ways of working.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and drive improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

PMP

PRINCE2

Agile

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic conglomerate with diverse business interests, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to lead significant business transformation initiatives across their operations.

This role is based in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga , and requires a strategic thinker with a proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects that drive organizational change and efficiency.

You will be responsible for conceptualizing, planning, and executing transformation programs, working closely with executive leadership and various business units.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic project management, change management, and stakeholder engagement.

This hybrid role allows for effective management of projects through a mix of in-office and remote collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end management of business transformation projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and budgets.
• Identify key stakeholders, build strong relationships, and manage their expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Oversee the implementation of new strategies, processes, and technologies.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and provide regular status reports to senior management.
• Drive change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new ways of working.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on business transformation, strategic initiatives, or operational improvement.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, complex projects with significant organizational impact.
• Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and navigate complex organizational structures.
• Experience with change management principles and practices.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Knowledge of the business landscape in Mpumalanga is an advantage.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including excellent medical and retirement plans, and significant performance-based bonuses.
• This hybrid role provides flexibility in work arrangements.
• Employees have access to extensive professional development, leadership training, and opportunities for significant career advancement within the group.
• You will be part of transformative projects that are shaping the future of the organization, working in a supportive and innovative environment in Nelspruit .