Senior Project Manager - Transformation

Location Cape Town
Discipline: IT & Telecoms
Job type: Contract
Contact name: Erika Reeves

Contact email: erika@networkersint.co.za
Job ref: 47935
Published: about 1 month ago
Overview

We are on the hunt for a Senior Project Manager to lead a critical business transformation initiative.

This is a contract position, ideal for a hands-on professional with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale transformation projects in complex and dynamic environments. The role will involve end-to-end project management, stakeholder engagement, and driving change management activities to ensure the successful implementation and realisation of project benefits.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the full lifecycle of the transformation project, from initial planning to implementation and benefits realisation.

  • Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, budgets, milestones, and resource allocation.

  • Drive change management initiatives to embed new processes and ways of working across the organisation.

  • Identify, manage, and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across business and technology functions.

  • Provide clear and regular reporting on project progress, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership and project sponsors.

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and third-party vendors to ensure timely and successful delivery.

  • Uphold robust project governance, including maintaining plans, budgets, RAID logs, and reporting documentation.

Qualifications
  • Demonstrated success in delivering large-scale business transformation projects.

  • Strong expertise in end-to-end project management, including planning, budgeting, governance, and reporting.

  • Proficiency in both Agile and traditional/waterfall delivery methodologies.

  • Exceptional change management and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Proven ability to manage risks and dependencies effectively.

  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

  • Formal project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum) is highly desirable.

  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and report at senior and executive levels.

If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for leading transformative initiatives, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.