Senior Project Manager - IT

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead complex IT initiatives for a fully remote team. You will steer planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring goals align with business strategy, while managing distributed teams across regions.

You should be adept at Agile and Waterfall methodologies, have deep knowledge of IT infrastructure, SDLC, and cloud technologies, and excel in leadership, communication, and risk management to deliver projects on time and within

Qualifications

• Leadership and team motivation abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex IT projects with distributed teams.
• Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall project management.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end IT project management from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed plans with scope, resources, risk, and budget.
• Manage remote IT project teams and foster collaboration.
• Oversee software development, infrastructure upgrades, and system integrations.
• Report status, risks, and issues to stakeholders including senior management.
• Ensure IT governance, security policies, and best practices throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager specializing in Information Technology to join their fully remote team. You will be responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of complex IT projects, ensuring they align with strategic business goals and are completed on time and within budget. This role demands exceptional leadership, communication, and technical acumen to manage distributed teams and diverse technological landscapes. If you thrive in a virtual collaborative environment and possess a proven ability to navigate the intricacies of IT project delivery, this is a prime opportunity to shape technological advancements for our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end management of IT projects, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk assessment, and budget management.
• Manage and motivate remote IT project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive virtual work environment.
• Oversee the implementation of software development, infrastructure upgrades, and system integrations.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively to all stakeholders, including senior management.
• Ensure adherence to IT governance, security policies, and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in IT project management, with a focus on delivering complex software and infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects within a fully remote or distributed team structure.
• Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and cloud technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work opportunity, allowing for global flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and challenging projects.