Project Manager

Location: Work from anywhere, including our office in Cape Town

Timing: Full-time role, starting as soon as possible. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

About the role

Your primary responsibility will be to plan, execute, and oversee mass deployments and/or installations of Plentify devices through the B2B channel or bespoke supply/install projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project completion within budget, schedule, and quality parameters. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. An understanding or experience with B2B sales and deployment processes and regulations in South Africa is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

Upfront project planning:

Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, the baseline programme (roll-out schedule), key milestones and associated budget.
Identify and document project risks, including the mechanisms for regularly monitoring the associated risk mitigation strategies.

Stakeholder deliverable management:

Assemble and coordinate project teams, including subcontractors and site personnel.
Define roles and responsibilities for internal and external project stakeholders and assign and oversee the completion of key tasks accordingly.
Foster a collaborative and productive work environment.

Budget management:

Monitor project expenditures and ensure adherence to the approved budget. Flag key variances or shifts in project scope.
Alongside the Customer Operations team, identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality and safety.

Timeline Management:

Create and manage project schedules, tracking milestones and critical path activities.
Adjust schedules as needed to accommodate unforeseen changes or delays.
Ensure that projects are completed on time and within the defined timeline.

Project Communication:

Establish project communication protocols and standards, including recurring project meetings, status update schedules, for internal and external project stakeholders.
Maintain clear and transparent communication with internal teams, customers, subcontractors, and regulatory bodies.
Provide regular project updates and progress reports.

Project artefacts and documentation:

Build and maintain all required project documentation and artefacts from planning through to project completion phase.
Maintain accurate project records documentation, including contracts, change orders, and project records.

Reporting:

Manage all internal and external project reporting.
Provide regular updates on project status, flagging key risks, dependencies and overall progress.
Prepare monthly SteerCo packs for key B2B customers.

Required skills and qualifications

Bachelor’s/Technical qualification in Project Management or a related field.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proficiency in project management software.
Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and work well under pressure.
Project management, health and safety certification (e.g.CAPM, SACPCMP) is an advantage.

Remuneration will be commensurate with experience, and may include equity in Plentify. The role is work-from-anywhere, including our office in Cape Town. Plentify also offers several exciting benefits like unlimited vacation, wellbeing allowance and telemedicine consults.

The candidate will have the opportunity to learn from a strong team in a fast-paced environment and will get exposure to a wide range of disciplines.

How to apply

Email your cover letter, resume, and academic transcripts (all in PDF format) to careers@plentify.io being sure to highlight your interest in our mission and your relevant qualifications and experience.