Project Manager

Join SynergERP as a Project Manager and Shape Business Success Through Technology

SynergERP provides innovative Business Management Solutions (including ERP, HR & Payroll and CRM) tailored to help organisations achieve financial and operational excellence—our business.

SynergERP operates across multiple countries, currently SA & Dubai, on a project and annuity-based revenue model, delivering value to clients through both once-off project implementations and ongoing subscription-based services. This includes software implementation projects, consulting services, and long-term support or managed services contracts. As such, financial oversight requires careful tracking of project profitability, contractual obligations, and recurring revenue streams, with a strong focus on cash flow, margin management, and accurate revenue recognition.

As part of the Alviva Group of companies, SynergERP is committed to the highest standards of financial management and governance. Reporting excellence is a key focus area, with an emphasis on accurate, timely departmental-level reporting, consolidated group reporting, and consistent tracking against budgets to enable the respective Heads of Department to make informed decisions and drive performance.

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Role Overview

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing one or multiple projects simultaneously. This role involves leading project teams, coordinating across various business units, and addressing any issues, risks, or changes that may arise during the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Meet with senior management and clients to define project requirements, delivery timelines, and budgeted costs.
• Develop detailed project plans to guide clients, staff, and project teams, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Lead project planning sessions, ensuring clarity of tasks, timelines, and responsibilities across all teams.
• Plan, assign, and track tasks to ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines.

Project Management Methodology

• Manage projects in accordance with established project management methodologies, ensuring all stages of the project follow best practices.
• Lead necessary workshops and meetings to drive collaboration, decision-making, and project success.

Scope, Schedule & Budget Management

• Use appropriate techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and budget to ensure successful delivery.
• Monitor project performance closely, ensuring adherence to time, resource, and cost constraints.

Stakeholder Communication & Reporting

• Provide regular project status reports to stakeholders, addressing risks, issues, and milestones.
• Develop and maintain clear communication channels with all project collaborators, including clients, team members, and senior management.

Quality Assurance & Deliverables

• Conduct quality reviews of project deliverables to ensure they meet acceptance criteria and the expectations of all stakeholders.
• Monitor and validate that the final product aligns with the quality standards defined at the beginning of the project.

Cross-functional Team Leadership

• Lead cross-functional project teams, ensuring effective coordination and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate project meetings and workshops to ensure alignment and clear communication among all parties involved.

Documentation & Record-Keeping

• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, change requests, and quality reviews.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping for all project activities, ensuring transparency and consistency across the project team.

Continuous Improvement & Professional Development

• Develop and maintain strong leadership, customer relations, and communication skills to effectively liaise with all project collaborators.
• Stay up to date with emerging project management tools, technologies, and best practices to enhance project success and efficiency.

Experience & Qualifications

• Educational background, preferably in the fields of information technology or project management.
• Experience as a Project Manager in the information technology sector.
• Working knowledge of project management software tools.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience leading, motivating, and managing various project team sizes, including internal and external resources, while holding team accountable for performance.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
• Effective time management skills to prioritize and meet project deadlines.
• Proficient in risk identification, mitigation strategies, and conflict resolution.
• Skilled in documentation, reporting, and maintaining project records.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address project challenges.
• Expertise in quality analysis and control to ensure project deliverables meet standards.
• Excellent customer relationship management and interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective client-facing communication and active listening abilities, both internally and externally.

Why Join SynergERP?

At SynergERP, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where innovation, integrity, and professional growth are at the forefront. You will have the opportunity to:

• Collaborate with a skilled and experienced team of professionals.
• Develop your expertise through continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
• Work for a company that values excellence, client satisfaction, and employee wellbeing.

 We are an equal opportunity employer. This role is open to Employment Equity (EE) candidates and individuals with disabilities, and we encourage suitably qualified applicants to apply.

Apply today!!

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Please note: If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.