Senior Project Manager - IT & Business Solutions

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Project Manager to lead IT and business solutions from a fully remote capacity. You will translate business needs into technical solutions, manage scope, timelines and resources, and drive measurable business outcomes across distributed teams.

We seek a leader with 8+ years in PM, strong IT and software development understanding, excellent communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience in IT and business solutions.
• Experience managing remote/distributed teams.
• Solid understanding of software development and system integrations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.
• PMP or equivalent certification highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex IT and business solutions projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring efficient use of assets.
• Facilitate seamless communication and collaboration among remote project team members and stakeholders.
• Implement and refine project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) to optimize project performance.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful project completion.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Remote team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP certification preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead IT and Business Solutions projects, operating in a fully remote capacity. You will be responsible for translating business needs into technical solutions, managing project scope, timelines, and resources to ensure successful delivery. This role requires a proactive leader adept at working with diverse, distributed teams and driving impactful business outcomes. Join our client in shaping innovative solutions and driving technological advancements across the organization from the comfort of your home.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex IT and business solutions projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring efficient use of assets.
• Facilitate seamless communication and collaboration among remote project team members and stakeholders.
• Implement and refine project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) to optimize project performance.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful project completion.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on IT and business solutions.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional teams in a remote or distributed work environment.
• Solid understanding of software development, system integrations, and business process improvement.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Fully remote work opportunity, providing ultimate flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications.
• A supportive and innovative culture that embraces remote collaboration.