The Role

We're seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and coordinate the successful delivery of complex custom software development projects. You'll work collaboratively with distributed engineering teams, client stakeholders, and internal leadership to drive goal-oriented initiatives from inception through delivery—ensuring projects meet quality standards, timelines, and business objectives while fostering positive team culture.

This role combines strategic project leadership with hands-on delivery management. You'll manage multiple concurrent projects, mentor team members, and contribute to organizational project management excellence while building trusted relationships with clients.

What You'll Do

Lead Project Delivery

Plan and execute multiple concurrent software development projects from initiation through closure

Adapt and apply agile methodologies to fit project needs and organizational contexts

Remove impediments, facilitate team commitment, and drive high productivity across distributed teams

Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and exceed client expectations

Proactively identify and manage project risks, implement change control, and resolve blockers

Manage Stakeholder Relationships

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders as a trusted advisor

Set and manage expectations by aligning projects to business goals

Communicate project status, milestones, risks, and delivery challenges transparently

Provide specialist advice on project approach, methodology, and best practices

Facilitate collaboration between internal engineering teams and external customers

Drive Team Success

Lead, motivate, and facilitate distributed project teams across time zones

Create environments where team members feel empowered to share ideas and concerns openly

Mentor team members on delivery management and support their career growth

Foster positive team culture and help engineers achieve professional development goals

Balance and allocate team capacity across operational support, maintenance, and new development

Ensure Business Value

Align project deliverables to business objectives and ensure solutions address real business problems

Work with stakeholders to elicit, document, and manage requirements effectively

Define and track success metrics that demonstrate business value and ROI

Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met

Contribute to account growth through excellence in delivery and relationship management

Contribute to Organizational Excellence

Drive continuous improvement of project management processes and practices

Share knowledge, document lessons learned, and establish best practices

Stay current with SDLC best practices, emerging methodologies, and PM innovations

Manage project artifacts in tools like JIRA, Google Drive, and Pipedrive Projects

Who You Are

Required Experience & Qualifications

7+ years of project management experience in software engineering environments

Proven track record managing multiple concurrent projects successfully

Strong understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum Master certification preferred)

Experience managing distributed/remote teams across time zones

Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets and deliver within financial constraints

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Essential Skills

Exceptional communication skills—able to bridge technical and business perspectives

Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities

Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to navigate ambiguity

Strategic thinking with attention to operational detail

Ability to lead and influence without direct authority

High emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills

You'll Thrive Here If You

Are passionate about delivering exceptional client outcomes

Excel at building trust and maintaining transparency with stakeholders

Create collaborative environments where teams perform at their best

Adapt quickly to changing priorities and organizational contexts

Take ownership and accountability for project outcomes

Continuously seek to improve processes and develop yourself and others

Balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution

Why SPAN Digital

Our Culture We live by principles that guide how we work: Engage, Communicate, Collaborate, Deliver Value, Grow, Lead, Iterate, and Have Fun. We create environments where people feel safe to express themselves authentically, challenge assumptions constructively, and deliver their best work.

Professional Growth

Work on diverse, challenging projects for leading technology clients

Continuous learning opportunities and support for professional development

Mentorship culture where senior leaders invest in your growth

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and methodologies

Work Environment

Hybrid work model with flexibility, 2 days in office

Collaborative, inclusive team culture across three continents

Modern office space in Cape Town

Competitive compensation and benefits

Regular team events and celebrations