Senior Project Manager - Digital Transformation

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Career development

Remote work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Senior Project Manager specializing in Digital Transformation to lead major initiatives within a fully remote framework. You will guide technology-driven changes, align stakeholders across departments, and drive adoption of innovative platforms to improve efficiency and growth.

The role requires a master's degree, PMP certification, 8+ years of experience managing cross-functional digital programs, and fluency with Agile, Scrum, and Lean.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.
• PMP certification required.
• 8+ years of project management experience, with focus on digital transformation.
• Experience delivering cross-functional projects in remote-first settings.
• Expertise in Agile, Scrum, and Lean methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of large digital transformation projects.
• Develop strategic roadmaps, KPIs, and manage budgets and resources.
• Collaborate with business leaders, IT, and external partners to align with goals.
• Manage change management and user adoption of new platforms.
• Conduct risk assessments and mitigation in distributed settings.
• Mentor project teams and promote best practices in digital innovation.

Skills

PMP certification

Agile

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Change management

Scrum

Lean

Education

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and results-oriented Senior Project Manager specializing in Digital Transformation to lead critical initiatives within their fully remote operational framework. This role is crucial for guiding the company through significant technological and process changes, ensuring seamless integration and adoption across all departments. You will orchestrate complex projects, manage diverse stakeholder groups, and champion innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and drive business growth. This is an exceptional opportunity for a leader who thrives in a flexible, outcome-driven, remote environment, shaping the future digital landscape of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale digital transformation projects from initiation through to successful completion.
• Develop strategic project roadmaps, define key performance indicators (KPIs), and manage project budgets and resource allocation effectively.
• Collaborate with business leaders, IT departments, and external partners to define project requirements and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Manage change management processes, fostering user adoption and providing continuous support for new digital platforms and tools.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project success in a distributed setting.
• Mentor and guide project team members , promoting best practices in project management and digital innovation.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field; PMP certification required.
• Over 8 years of comprehensive experience in project management , with a strong focus on digital transformation and change management.
• Proven success in delivering complex, cross-functional projects in a remote-first organizational structure.
• Expertise in Agile, Scrum, and Lean methodologies, with a deep understanding of digital technologies and trends.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure commensurate with experience.
• Extensive health, wellness, and life insurance coverage.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and continued remote work support.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• A dynamic and inclusive remote work culture that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth.