Project Manager
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver medium to large-scale projects or manage multiple smaller initiatives concurrently. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within scope, and on budget, operating with a high degree of independence and ownership. This role requires strong stakeholder engagement, cross-functional team leadership, and expertise in both Agile and traditional project management methodologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and deliver medium-sized projects from initiation through to completion within agreed scope, timeframes, and budgets.
- Oversee the end-to-end delivery of larger projects or multiple simultaneous smaller initiatives.
- Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring collaboration and alignment across all project contributors.
- Develop detailed project plans, defining milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
- Monitor and track project progress, proactively identifying risks and managing issues.
- Prepare and present regular status reports to stakeholders and leadership.
- Facilitate and lead Agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, backlog refinements, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
- Manage stakeholder expectations effectively, ensuring transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Perform budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning to ensure optimal delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement and incorporate feedback into future project planning and execution.
Requirements:
- 5-8 years’ experience in project management, preferably within a PMO or structured delivery environment.
- Strong knowledge of Project Management frameworks: Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies.
- Project Management certification preferred: PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or Scrum Master (or equivalent).
- Proven ability to lead without direct authority and influence cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated experience in project budgeting, resource planning, and forecasting.
- Ability to navigate organizational change and lead projects in a dynamic environment.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly under pressure.
- High level of accountability, ownership, and a proactive, results-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills at all organizational levels.
- Proficient in project planning and tracking tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or similar.
Location:
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
Workplace Type:
- Hybrid
Job Type:
- Contract
Experience Type:
- Senior
We encourage you to apply – Kivara Rajgopal on [Email Address Removed] or via [Phone Number Removed];
Desired Skills:
- JIRA
- Scrum Master
- Project Management
- Agile
- Waterfall
- Prince2
Desired Qualification Level:
- Degree