Project Manager at Signant Health Johannesburg

Project Manager – Advisory (Operations)
Location: South Africa
Req #3606
Posted: August 11, 2025

Join Signant Health, a global leader transforming the clinical trial industry through technology, innovation, and collaboration. We’re looking for a Project Manager – Advisory (Operations) to lead complex client projects, ensuring excellence in planning, execution, and delivery.

Role Overview

As a Project Manager, you’ll oversee end-to-end project delivery—from initiation to completion—ensuring all timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. You’ll serve as the main point of contact for clients, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive process improvement across projects. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving ability, and exceptional communication skills. Experience in clinical research, life sciences, or pharmaceuticals is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery activities, including full lifecycle management of simple to medium-complexity studies.
• Oversee the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and ensure systems are built, tested, and released according to client expectations.
• Support implementation of complex, multi-product projects as needed.
• Manage projects in alignment with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and approvals.
• Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring clear and timely communication.
• Handle client escalations independently and ensure issues are resolved efficiently.
• Manage project financials, including vendor services, invoicing, licensing, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure successful project delivery.
• Identify and document incident reports with the Quality Management group and ensure timely closure.
• Report project status updates to stakeholders and leadership.

Core Expectations

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, focusing on efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and quality standards.
• Uphold Signant Health’s core values—commitment to People, Clients, and Performance.
• Promote collaboration and innovation across teams.

Decision-Making & Leadership

• Lead through influence and collaboration.
• Balance project risks with business priorities while maintaining client confidence.
• Effectively manage escalations and ensure timely follow-up and closure.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proven experience in Project Management or a related role.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and deliver high-quality results.
• Experience managing budgets and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Comfortable presenting to diverse or large audiences.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently when needed.

Desirable:

• Background in Pharmaceuticals, Medical Education, or CROs.
• Knowledge of clinical trials, life sciences, or GCP principles.
• PMP certification or equivalent.
• Ability to travel for business (occasional overnight trips).

If you’re ready to lead impactful projects and contribute to a company redefining clinical research, apply now and be part of the best team of your life.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
At Signant Health, we celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusion and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.