Senior Project Manager (D365)

SUMMARY:
If you’re a Senior Project Manager who thrives on guiding complex technology initiatives from idea through to delivery, this contract role might be the right next step.

POSITION INFO:
An established and leading company in Cape Town is looking for someone with a solid IT background who has moved into project leadership and can confidently manage large-scale projects. Experience with D365 will be a strong advantage, but strong delivery skills and a track record in IT project management are what will stand out.

This is a 12-month contract and is based in Cape Town.

You’ll be trusted to:

• Shape project plans that balance scope, timelines, resources, and budget
• Lead delivery teams, ensuring milestones are achieved and risks are managed proactively
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at different levels, both locally and remotely
• Oversee resource allocation, guiding teams and resolving challenges as they arise
• Keep quality and governance front of mind, ensuring outcomes meet expectations
• Monitor budgets closely, identifying opportunities for efficiencies
• Provide leadership that motivates and enables teams to perform at their best
• Drive lessons learned into future initiatives, supporting continuous improvement

• A degree or diploma in IT, with a recognised project management certification (PMP or similar)
• 10+ years of IT experience, including at least 5 years in software development before moving into project management
• Strong knowledge of SDLC processes, from concept to deployment
• Hands-on experience applying both Agile and traditional methodologies, with exposure to Scrum preferred
• Familiarity with tools such as JIRA and Confluence
• Experience in financial services or insurance will be an advantage

• Clear, confident communication and the ability to influence across all levels
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills
• Financial and business awareness to back project decisions
• Comfort managing complexity while keeping teams aligned and motivated
• A mindset that values collaboration, adaptability, and continuous learning