Our prestige client is seeking a Project Manager that will be responsible for initiating, managing, and facilitating IT projects to successful delivery. This role emphasizes meticulous adherence to project management stages and ensures ontime delivery. The individual must possess exceptional skills in stakeholder management, project reporting, and communication. The role demands adaptability and the ability to thrive in a highly pressurised environment while managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Coordinate and lead project teams, ensuring alignment with project goals and adherence to timelines.
• Monitor project progress, manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Establish and maintain relationships with project stakeholders, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings, provide regular updates, and manage stakeholder communication.
• Prepare and deliver detailed project reports, including status updates, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication with all project stakeholders, maintaining transparency and trust.
• Identify and assess project risks, developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies. Proactively address issues and resolve conflicts that arise during the project lifecycle
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement lessons learned.
• Adapt to changing project requirements and environments, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
• Utilise problem-solving skills to address project challenges and ensure successful project outcomes.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring efficient use of resources and time management.
• Prioritise tasks and projects, ensuring critical deadlines are met.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Proven experience in IT project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Extensive experience in stakeholder management, reporting, and communication.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Trello).
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and Agile methodologies

The Reference Number for this position is LJ59417 which is a Perm – Hybrid (Woodmead) position offering a salary up to R900K per annum (Negotiable). Contact Leigh at *****@*****.co.za or call her at (***)***-**** to discuss this and other opportunities.

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