Senior Remote Project Manager

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Generous PTO

Professional development

Remote-friendly culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Project Manager to lead large, complex initiatives from anywhere. You will direct virtual teams, define scope, milestones, budgets, and governance while keeping stakeholders aligned across regions.

Experience with distributed teams, PMP, and 8+ years in project management is required; strong communication and risk management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; PMP or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of extensive experience in project management, with a significant track record in remote or distributed team leadership.
• Proven expertise in managing complex projects from initiation through to completion in a virtual setting.

Responsibilities

• Direct the planning, execution, and closure of significant projects utilizing remote team structures.
• Develop and implement detailed project plans, defining scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource needs.
• Lead, mentor, and manage virtual project teams, ensuring clear communication and high engagement.
• Manage project budgets effectively, overseeing expenditures and ensuring financial accountability.
• Identify, assess, and proactively manage risks and dependencies inherent in remote project delivery.
• Provide regular, comprehensive status updates and performance reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled and seasoned Senior Remote Project Manager to join their team, working entirely from a remote location. This position is critical for managing complex, high-impact projects and ensuring their successful execution from start to finish, regardless of geographic location. You will lead diverse, virtual project teams, orchestrate all project phases, and maintain seamless communication with stakeholders across various regions. This is an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute significantly to our client's strategic goals in a flexible, remote-first work environment, driving innovation and achieving outstanding results.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the planning, execution, and successful closure of significant projects utilizing remote team structures.
• Develop and implement detailed project plans, defining scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource needs.
• Lead, mentor, and manage virtual project teams, ensuring clear communication and high levels of engagement.
• Manage project budgets effectively, overseeing expenditures and ensuring financial accountability.
• Identify, assess, and proactively manage risks and dependencies inherent in remote project delivery.
• Provide regular, comprehensive status updates and performance reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; PMP or equivalent certification is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of extensive experience in project management , with a significant track record in remote or distributed team leadership.
• Proven expertise in managing complex projects from initiation through to completion in a virtual setting.
• Proficiency with collaboration tools and modern project management software for remote teams.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are required.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with excellent performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling options.
• Support for professional development, including training and certifications.
• A supportive and flexible remote work culture focused on employee success and well-being.