Senior Project Manager - Enterprise Solutions

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, and retirementBenefits

Professional growth and certifications

Access to advanced PM tools

Supportive remote-first culture

Performance-based incentives and anual

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee enterprise-scale IT implementations in a fully remote role. You will plan, execute and deliver complex initiatives, guiding geographically dispersed teams and aligning with strategic business objectives.

This remote-first position requires 8+ years in PM, experience with software deployments and integrations, and proficiency in Agile, Waterfall or Hybrid methodologies. Strong leadership and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in project management for enterprise IT projects.
• Experience delivering software implementations and system integrations.
• Proficiency with Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise-level projects.
• Develop project plans with scope, timelines, budgets, resources and risks.
• Mentor cross-functional teams in a remote environment.
• Oversee day-to-day tasks ensuring quality and milestones.
• Act as primary liaison for stakeholders with regular updates.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues.
• Ensure robust remote communication with partners.
• Drive adoption of new technologies post-implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid

Remote team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology / Business Administration

Tools

Jira

Microsoft Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Project Manager to oversee the implementation of enterprise-wide solutions. This is a fully remote opportunity, designed for professionals who excel in managing complex, large-scale projects from a distance. You will be responsible for the planning, execution, and successful delivery of critical enterprise initiatives, ensuring they align with strategic business objectives and deliver significant value. As a remote-first role, we foster a culture of autonomy, trust, and effective virtual collaboration. You will leverage advanced project management tools and communication platforms to lead diverse, geographically dispersed teams. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a proven history of managing complex system integrations, software deployments, and operational transformations. This role is paramount in driving efficiency and innovation across the organization, requiring a leader who can navigate challenges and inspire high performance in a remote setting. We are committed to providing a supportive and productive remote work environment for our team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex enterprise-level projects, ensuring successful outcomes.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Manage and mentor cross-functional project teams, fostering a high-performance, collaborative remote work environment.
• Oversee the day-to-day execution of project tasks, ensuring adherence to quality standards and project milestones.
• Act as the primary liaison for all project stakeholders, providing regular updates and managing expectations effectively.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Ensure robust communication channels are maintained within the remote team and with external partners.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and processes resulting from project implementation.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of extensive experience in project management, with a strong focus on enterprise-level solutions and large-scale IT projects.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex projects involving software implementation, system integration, or business process re-engineering.
• Expertise in project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid approaches.
• Exceptional leadership, team-building, and conflict-resolution skills, especially in a remote context.
• Proficiency in advanced project management software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PMP certification is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage large project budgets and control costs effectively.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

• An excellent annual salary of R .
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, training, and certifications.
• Access to state-of-the-art project management and collaboration tools.
• A supportive and inclusive remote-first company culture.
• Performance-based incentives and annual bonuses.