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Optimal Growth Technologies

Project Manager

Optimal Growth Technologies Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

IT Services and IT Consulting · 51-200 employees

5 h ago
project-manager Mid (2-5 yrs) Contractor South Africa
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About the role

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing project planning, execution, and scheduling to ensure timely delivery within scope. They also manage stakeholder communication, coordinate cross-functional teams, and mitigate project risks.

What they look for

Project planning Project execution Scheduling Stakeholder communication Task coordination Cross-functional team management Risk management Vendor coordination Supplier coordination MS Project Jira Excel Leadership Multitasking Project management

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent training and 3–6 years of project management experience. Proficiency in project management tools like MS Project, Jira, and Excel is required, with a project management certification preferred.

Full description

Project Manager – Midrand

Contract duration: 6 Months

A Project Manager oversees project planning, execution, scheduling, and stakeholder communication to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope.

Planning & Execution

  • Develop project scope, plans, timelines, critical path & milestones.
  • Build and maintain schedules and documentation.
  • Assign tasks and coordinate cross-functional teams.
  • Host regular project meetings and provide updates to stakeholders.
  • Monitor progress, adjust plans, and resolve issues.
  • Manage changes to project scope.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
  • Manage vendor and supplier coordination when needed.
  • Ensure projects meet deadlines.
  • Conduct post‑project evaluations to improve future performance.

Communication & Stakeholder Management

  • Provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and clients.
  • Ensure stakeholder satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Effective communication, leadership, and multitasking skills.
  • Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Excel).
  • Ability to manage issues, risks, and cross-functional teams.

Education & Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent project management training
  • 3–6 years of project management experience.
  • Project Management certification preferred.

Summary

A Project Manager ensures successful project delivery by coordinating teams, managing issues and risks, and maintaining clear communication across all stakeholders.

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