Senior Project Manager (Delivery)

Using the right combination of people, process and technology remains the Ovations approach to the fast changing information technology and business landscape. We have helped many of South Africas largest organisations to achieve sustainable business improvement through this unique approach. Our model is based on building long term relationships with our clients, as well as with partners who are not just along for the ride, but shape the journey using technologies that create real experiences. Ovations consultants are capable of working both in advisory and execution roles, from strategy through to delivery as well as supporting these solutions post implementation. Ovations provides comprehensive business improvement solutions to customers, ranging from consulting offerings in the areas of Business Process Management, Enterprise Content Management, Case Management, Architecture and System Integration. The company prides itself on its ability to build and configure innovative and custom-developed IT solutions, as well as work with packaged products. Through its know-how on how to run and support these environments, apply proven methodologies, strong project and change management principles as well as training, Ovations ensures increased business adoption and project success for its clients. Job Description The Senior Project Manager must have a proven track record of delivering complex IT projects in the public sector. You will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, from planning and execution to final delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess significant consulting experience and hands-on expertise in managing the implementation of technology solutions from major suppliers like IBM or similar platforms. Job Specification Project Leadership: Lead and manage large-scale, complex IT projects for public sector clients from initiation to closure. Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders, including government officials. Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships. Consulting & Advisory: Provide strategic guidance to clients, leveraging your consulting expertise to align technology solutions with their organisational goals and challenges. Integration Solution Delivery: Oversee the successful implementation of enterprise integration solutions, ensuring seamless connectivity between disparate systems. Team Management: Lead cross-functional project teams, including business analysts, solution architects, developers, and QA testers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. Risk & Budget Management: Proactively identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and manage project budgets, schedules, and resources effectively. Reporting: Prepare and present regular project status reports, financial updates, and executive briefings to both internal and client leadership. Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively. Strong business acumen and the ability to translate technical concepts into business value. Deep understanding of public sector procurement processes, compliance requirements, and governance structures. Familiarity with IBM's integration suite (e.g., IBM Cloud Pak for Integration, API Connect, MQ) is a significant advantage. Required experience Minimum of 10+ years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior or lead role. Demonstrable experience managing projects within the public sector or for state-owned corporations. Hands-on experience managing the implementation of enterprise integration, or similar technology solutions, from multinational software providers. Proven experience in a consulting role or with a professional services organisation. Proven experience with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies, using project management software such as JIRA and Microsoft Project. Required qualifications/certificationshelp_outline Qualifications: Tertiary (Computer Science or Information Technology preferred). Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2 certification, or Agile Project Management certifications preferred.