Senior Project Manager IT/Business

4 weeks ago

Randburg City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality Gauteng South Africa FreeRecruit Full time

Senior Project Manager IT/Business (JB4285)
Randburg, Gauteng
R45k – R55k a month + Benefits
Permanent

As a Senior Project Manager IT/Business, for a well established large Courier Company, you’ll lead project planning efforts, define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, and develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies. Conducting project kick-off meetings, creating business and functional requirements documents, and allocating resources are key responsibilities. You’ll also identify risks, monitor progress, and serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders. Additionally, you’ll establish quality standards, manage project finances, handle change requests, and promote continuous improvement in project management practices

Minimum Requirements:
National Senior Certificate, Grade 12, or similar qualification.
Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; PMP certification preferred.
Proven experience in project management roles, with a minimum of 5 years of experience managing complex projects from initiation to closure.
In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices, with a strong understanding of project management software.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in risk management, change management, and stakeholder engagement within project management contexts.
Proficiency in budgeting, financial analysis, and resource allocation, with the ability to manage project finances effectively.
Adaptability and resilience to navigate ambiguity and uncertainty, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
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Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead project planning efforts in collaboration with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies to ensure successful project execution.
Conduct project kick-off meetings, outlining project goals, roles, and responsibilities to stakeholders and team members.
Responsible for creating the Business Requirements Document (BRD) and Functional Requirements Document (FRD) in addition to defining the project scope.
Allocate resources, including personnel, budget, and equipment, to support project activities and deliverables.
Provide leadership and direction to project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
Identify potential risks, issues, and dependencies that may impact project success, and develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
Monitor project progress, proactively addressing issues and obstacles to keep projects on track and within scope.
Conduct risk assessments and impact analyses, and implement risk mitigation measures to minimize project disruptions.
Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates, status reports, and progress assessments.
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members, stakeholders, and external partners.
Manage stakeholder expectations, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
Establish quality standards and performance metrics for project deliverables, ensuring adherence to specifications and requirements.
Conduct regular quality reviews and inspections, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
Monitor and evaluate project outcomes, soliciting feedback from stakeholders to assess satisfaction and identify opportunities for enhancement.
Develop project budgets, forecasts, and financial projections, and track expenses and resource utilization throughout the project lifecycle.
Monitor project financials, identify variances and discrepancies, and implement cost-saving measures to optimize project profitability.
Manage change requests and scope changes, assess impacts on project scope, schedule, and budget, and facilitate change management processes.
Communicate changes effectively to stakeholders and adjust project plans accordingly.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging lessons learned from past projects to enhance project management practices and methodologies
Continuous Learning and Improvement
Stay abreast of all changes and/or procedures within the company that may affect the customer
Keep up to date with all the company’s structures, divisions, and teams with a view to understanding the relationship between business and the types of queries received
Ensure optimal system and process knowledge through continuous learning and development
Ensure opportunities are taken on with a “can-do” attitude
Team Collaboration
Must be able to work in a lively environment and be a team player
Build collaborative relationships with team to ensure achievement of objectives
Provide input into departmental meetings to support decision making and improve department functioning
Identify issues and problems within allocated area and make recommendations to implement changes as and when required
Must be able to work under pressure and extended hours when required

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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