Senior Project Manager - IT Solutions Implementation

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses and annual increments

Health, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company

Professional development budget

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge IT

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Klerksdorp, North West to lead critical IT implementations. You will manage the full lifecycle from scope to post-implementation support, guiding diverse teams and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

The role requires strategic thinking, strong IT PM methodologies, risk management, and excellent communication. Remote collaboration and distributed teams are part of the environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business Admin or related field.
• 8+ years of IT project management experience with enterprise solutions.
• Experience managing projects with budgets exceeding R40 million.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or Agile (CSM/SAFe) certification desirable.
• Expertise with MS Project, Jira and Asana.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end lifecycle of complex IT implementations from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans including scope, schedule, resources and budget.
• Lead and mentor project teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Identify, assess and manage risks, issues and dependencies.
• Communicate with stakeholders at all levels with regular reports.
• Ensure on-time delivery within budget and defined quality standards.
• Oversee vendor management and contract negotiations for IT solutions.
• Implement and adhere to IT PM best practices and methodologies.
• Facilitate project meetings including kick-offs and status updates.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes.

Skills

PMP Certification

PRINCE2 Certification

Agile (CSM/SAFe)

MS Project

Jira

Asana

Stakeholder Management

Team Leadership

Budget Management

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in enterprise technology solutions, is seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead critical IT implementation projects. This role is essential for managing the full lifecycle of complex IT projects, from initial scope definition and planning through to execution, deployment, and post-implementation support. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering enterprise-level IT solutions, managing diverse teams, and collaborating effectively with stakeholders across various departments. Based in Klerksdorp, North West, this position offers a significant opportunity to influence the company's technological infrastructure and drive business process improvements. We are looking for a strategic thinker with exceptional organizational skills, a strong understanding of IT project methodologies, and the ability to navigate challenging technical environments. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while mitigating risks and fostering a collaborative project environment. This role is pivotal in driving the company's digital agenda and ensuring the successful adoption of new technologies across the organization. The successful candidate will champion best practices and contribute to the company's ongoing success and innovation in the IT sector. The role also requires excellent communication and leadership skills to guide teams and stakeholders through complex implementations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of complex IT implementation projects from initiation to closure in Klerksdorp, North West.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, resource allocation, and budget.
• Lead and mentor project teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing regular project updates and reports.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet defined quality standards.
• Oversee vendor management and contract negotiations for IT solutions.
• Implement and adhere to IT project management best practices and methodologies.
• Facilitate project meetings, including kick-offs, status updates, and post-project reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT project management, with a strong emphasis on implementing enterprise-level solutions.
• Proven experience managing projects with budgets exceeding R40 million.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile (CSM, SAFe) certification is highly desirable.
• Expertise in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana).
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, software development, and system integration.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote setting and manage distributed teams.
• Experience in managing change and driving user adoption of new technologies.
• Familiarity with the Klerksdorp business environment is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary.
• Performance-based bonuses and annual increments.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• Generous allowance for professional development and training.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge IT projects with global impact.