Senior Project Manager - Digital Transformation

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote

Dev & cert allowance

Cutting-edge tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead digital transformation initiatives from anywhere in South Africa. You will steer large-scale programs, align IT, operations and business units, and drive change with a strategic mindset and measurable outcomes.

The role offers a fully remote setup with flexible hours, generous development allowances, and access to cutting-edge tools. You will influence senior stakeholders and deliver value through technology adoption and process innovation.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Project Manager with a focus on digital transformation or change management initiatives.
• Proven success in leading large-scale, complex projects in remote or distributed teams.
• Certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of digital transformation projects across business units.
• Manage scope, timelines, budgets, and resources for digital initiatives.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration in a remote setting.
• Identify new technologies to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Develop and implement change management strategies for adoption.

Skills

Digital transformation

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder management

Change management

Cloud computing

Data analytics

Tools

PMP

PRINCE2

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior Project Manager specializing in Digital Transformation to lead key initiatives from anywhere in South Africa. This is a fully remote position designed for an expert who can drive significant organizational change through technology adoption and process innovation. You will be instrumental in redefining how the business operates, interacts with customers, and leverages digital tools. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record of managing large-scale transformation projects in a virtual, collaborative environment, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of digital transformation projects across various business units.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring successful and timely delivery of digital initiatives.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between IT, operations, marketing, and other departments in a remote setting.
• Identify and assess new technologies and methodologies to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of new digital processes and tools.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Project Manager , with a specific focus on digital transformation or change management initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, complex projects in a remote or distributed team environment.
• Strong understanding of digital technologies, cloud computing, data analytics, and emerging trends.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, able to influence at all levels.
• Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Generous allowance for professional development and certifications.
• Access to cutting-edge digital tools and technologies.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's future in Klerksdorp and beyond.