Johannesburg: Project Manager posted by Top Vitae

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Working closely with the technical team to configure and manage all technical projects within the company.

Responsibilities:

Planning and Definition:

• Defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables, developing project plans, and setting timelines.
• Managing multiple large projects simultaneously, including IT, security, PABX, and connectivity products as part of national rollouts.

Resource Management:

• Identifying, allocating, and managing resources (human, financial, and material) effectively.

Budget Management:

• Creating and managing project budgets, tracking costs, and ensuring adherence to financial constraints.

Risk Management:

• Identifying potential risks, developing mitigation strategies, and managing risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Communication:

• Facilitating communication between stakeholders, team members, and other relevant parties, providing regular project updates.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensuring that the project deliverables meet the required quality standards and specifications.

Stakeholder Management:

• Managing relationships with stakeholders, addressing their concerns, and keeping them informed of project progress.

Project Closure:

• Ensuring proper project closure, including documentation, handover, and evaluation.

Requirements:

Education:

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., business administration, management)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 certifications can be beneficial
• 5+ years of experience in project management, ideally with experience in the relevant industry.
• Proven ability to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously, including IT, security, PABX, and connectivity products with national rollouts.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies like Agile, Waterfall, or PRINCE2.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, including leading project meetings with customers.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not receive a response from our Recruitment Consultants within two weeks of applying for the position.