Durban: Senior Project Manager posted by Telebest

Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the x flawless execution of multiple projects

Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility

Ensure resource availability and allocation

Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress

Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques

Measure performance using appropriate project management tools and techniques

Report and escalate to management as needed

Manage the relationship with the client and relevant stakeholders

Perform risk management to minimize potential risks

Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors

Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project

Delegate project tasks based on junior staff members’ individual strengths, skill sets, and experience levels

Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals

Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis

Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members

Use and continually develop leadership skills

Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency

Perform other related duties as assigned

Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs

Project manager requirements:

• Proven working experience in project management
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience
• Experience with project management software tools

Project Manager skills & proficiencies:

• Developing and Tracking Budgets
• Coaching
• Supervision
• Staffing
• Project Management
• Management
• Process Improvement
• Planning
• Performance Management
• Inventory Control
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Leadership
• Detail-Oriented
• Risk Management
• Negotiation
• Cost Control
• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Analytical Skills
• Technical Skills