Senior Remote Aviation Project Leader

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Home office allowance

Leadership training

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Aviation Project Manager to lead high‑impact, cross‑functional aviation initiatives from anywhere. You will define scope, plan timelines, allocate resources and drive delivery with a focus on time, budget and quality.

This senior remote role demands 8+ years in aviation or aerospace project delivery, outstanding leadership and stakeholder management, and excellent communication in a global, dispersed team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree or PMP certification preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience managing complex projects within the aviation or aerospace industry.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, essential for a remote role.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional, geographically dispersed project teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Ensure effective communication and reporting to all stakeholders regarding project status, milestones, and outcomes.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Aviation Project Manager to lead high‑impact, cross‑functional aviation initiatives from anywhere. You will define scope, plan timelines, allocate resources and drive delivery with a focus on time, budget and quality.

This senior remote role demands 8+ years in aviation or aerospace project delivery, outstanding leadership and stakeholder management, and excellent communication in a global, dispersed team environment.