Senior Project Manager (D365)

EQplus; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT firm in Cape Town is seeking a Project Leader to manage large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of IT experience and at least 5 years in software development, along with a strong project management background. You will lead delivery teams, shape project plans, and engage with stakeholders at various levels. A project management certification is essential for this 12-month contract role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT experience, including at least 5 years in software development.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC processes from concept to deployment.
• Hands-on experience with Agile and traditional methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Shape project plans balancing scope, timelines, resources, and budget.
• Lead delivery teams, ensuring milestones are achieved.
• Monitor budgets closely, identifying opportunities for efficiencies.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Communication

Education

Degree or diploma in IT

Project management certification (PMP or similar)

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Overview

An established and leading company in Cape Town is looking for someone with a solid IT background who has moved into project leadership and can confidently manage large-scale projects. Experience with D will be a strong advantage, but strong delivery skills and a track record in IT project management are what will stand out.

This is a 12-month contract and is based in Cape Town.

You’ll be trusted to

• Shape project plans that balance scope, timelines, resources, and budget
• Lead delivery teams, ensuring milestones are achieved and risks are managed proactively
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at different levels, both locally and remotely
• Oversee resource allocation, guiding teams and resolving challenges as they arise
• Keep quality and governance front of mind, ensuring outcomes meet expectations
• Monitor budgets closely, identifying opportunities for efficiencies
• Provide leadership that motivates and enables teams to perform at their best
• Drive lessons learned into future initiatives, supporting continuous improvement

The background we’re looking for includes

• A degree or diploma in IT, with a recognised project management certification (PMP or similar)
• 10+ years of IT experience, including at least 5 years in software development before moving into project management
• Strong knowledge of SDLC processes, from concept to deployment
• Hands-on experience applying both Agile and traditional methodologies, with exposure to Scrum preferred
• Familiarity with tools such as JIRA and Confluence
• Experience in financial services or insurance will be an advantage

Skills that will help you succeed here

• Clear, confident communication and the ability to influence across all levels
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills
• Financial and business awareness to back project decisions
• Comfort managing complexity while keeping teams aligned and motivated
• A mindset that values collaboration, adaptability, and continuous learning

If you enjoy managing diverse projects, balancing structure with flexibility, and working closely with both technical and business stakeholders, this is a great opportunity to do so in a high-impact environment.