Senior Project Manager - Remote

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,959,000 - 2,938,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Remote work setup and equipment budget

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join a remote, globally dispersed team responsible for delivering strategic initiatives on time and within budget. The role emphasizes leading remote teams, leveraging digital collaboration tools, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships across regions.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in project management, a Bachelor’s degree, and a PMP or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of project management experience, including remote projects.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Proven ability to lead geographically dispersed teams and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Proficiency with project management software and digital collaboration tools.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills for remote work.
• Strong understanding of agile and traditional project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and closing of complex projects aligned to strategy.
• Create detailed plans with scope, resources, and risk assessment.
• Lead remote project teams with effective digital communication.
• Manage budgets and monitor financial performance.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues to keep projects on track.
• Provide concise updates to stakeholders and senior leadership.

Skills

Remote project management

Budget management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Agile & Waterfall

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to join their fully remote team. This position is central to leading and executing a variety of strategic projects, ensuring they are delivered efficiently, on time, and within budget, irrespective of team location. You will leverage your expertise to foster seamless virtual collaboration, manage complex challenges, and drive project success from initiation to completion. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant organizational goals while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of a remote-first role, working with a global team committed to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Spearhead the planning, execution, and closing of complex projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, and risk assessment.
• Lead and empower remote project teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration through digital channels.
• Manage project budgets, track financial performance, and ensure cost-efficiency.
• Proactively identify, analyze, and address project risks and issues to ensure smooth progression.
• Provide regular and concise project updates to stakeholders and senior leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management , with a substantial background in managing remote projects.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; PMP or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead diverse, geographically dispersed teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
• Expertise in utilizing project management software and digital collaboration tools.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills adapted for remote work.
• Strong understanding of agile and traditional project management methodologies.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Full remote work setup, offering maximum flexibility and work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking and innovative global team.