Strategic Head of Project Management & Delivery

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance‑dr

Medical & retirement benefits

Training and development programs

Career progression opportunities

Benoni office with modern facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Project Management in Benoni, Gauteng to lead a diverse portfolio of initiatives. The role requires strategic thinking, strong organizational skills, and a proven ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.

You will mentor a team of project managers and ensure alignment with strategic objectives while maintaining a presence in the Benoni office. The position emphasizes driving operational excellence, scalability, and stakeholder collaboration

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field and project leadership experience.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification required or equivalent.
• 10+ years in project management with senior leadership exposure.

Responsibilities

• Establish, implement, and oversee the organization's project management methodology, standards, and processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers, ensuring high performance.
• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of all major projects across the organization.
• Develop and manage project portfolios aligned with strategic goals.
• Manage budgets, resources, and timelines; mitigate risks and resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration

PMP or PRINCE2 certification

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Jira

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Project Management in Benoni, Gauteng to lead a diverse portfolio of initiatives. The role requires strategic thinking, strong organizational skills, and a proven ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget.

You will mentor a team of project managers and ensure alignment with strategic objectives while maintaining a presence in the Benoni office. The position emphasizes driving operational excellence, scalability, and stakeholder collaboration