Senior Project Manager

The Senior Project Manager will oversee the delivery of complex, high-impact projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies, ensuring alignment with business goals and maximising value delivery. The role involves managing multiple cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, and driving successful project outcomes within scope, time, and budget constraints.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale Agile projects across various teams and stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project charters, roadmaps, and schedules to ensure timely delivery of objectives.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively managing dependencies.
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting and alignment with financial objectives.
• Track and report on project costs, variances, and financial performance metrics.
• Coach and mentor team members in Agile best practices, ensuring continuous improvement in delivery processes.
• Support cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and remove blockers to success.
• Act as a servant leader, empowering teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Communicate progress, risks, and issues to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Work closely with Product Managers to refine backlogs, prioritise work, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Facilitate workshops to gather requirements, build consensus, and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.
• Analyse project performance and leverage data-driven insights to improve Agile delivery.
• Drive initiatives for organisational Agile transformation and champion process optimisation.
• Stay updated with emerging trends in Agile methodologies and project management tools.

• 5–8 years of experience as a Senior Project Manager, with a strong emphasis on Agile delivery. (required)
• A relevant degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science or an equivalent qualification. (required)
• Professional certifications such as CAPM, PMP, PRINCE2, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified SAFe Agilist (SA), or PMI-ACP. (required)
• Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks and tools, such as Jira, Confluence, or equivalent. (required)
• Demonstrable expertise in stakeholder management and cross-functional team collaboration. (required)
• Experience in risk management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. (required)
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate diverse teams. (required)
• Proven experience managing large-scale projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe). (required)
• A solid track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time, within scope, and budget. (required)
• Experience in leading digital transformation, IT or software development projects. (preferred)
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools. (preferred)
• Background in coaching or implementing Agile transformations in organisations. (preferred)

• Comprehensive learning and development programmes.
• Innovative Performance Tool for regular, constructive feedback.
• Employee Assistance programme.
• Free Daily Meal
• Free Massages On-site
• Free On-Site Gym
• Group Life Cover
• Funeral Fund Benefit
• Financial Services Assistance
• Curro School Fees Benefit
• Income Continuation Benefit
• Leadership Training
• Referral Bonus
• Medical Aid Subsidy
• Free Sleep Coaching
• On-site Barista
• Retirement Annuity Subsidy
• Work from home allowance
• Team Builds