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MRI Software

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    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Cape Town
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AI generated summary

  • You need strong planning, communication, analytic skills, and decision-making abilities. Experience in project management and software development is preferred. A relevant degree is required. PMP is a plus.
  • You will manage schedules, track project progress, ensure deliverables meet deadlines, resolve issues, communicate effectively, and collaborate cross-functionally for successful outcomes.

Requirements

  • Strong planning acumen and self starter that clearly prioritizes against delivery goals
  • Communication strengths to anticipate needs and ensure teams have the information they need to be effective, presents effectively to executives and cross-functional leaders
  • Analytic & strategic thinking based on deriving insights from disparate pieces of information and translating those insights into action and mitigation plans
  • Solid decision making skills despite ambiguous data and situations. Considers upstream and downstream operational impacts as decision inputs. Balances long-term vs. short-term objectives
  • 1-3 years working knowledge of and experience with project/program management
  • Experience working with software development projects a plus
  • Detail-oriented and extremely organized, with proven ability to establish priorities and achieve results with very strong communication skills
  • BA/BS in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or a related area, or equivalent program/project management experience
  • PMP a plus

Responsibilities

  • Creates, optimizes, and drives structured schedules and milestone project plans across product releases, product launch teams and projects
  • Sets and meets deadlines with quality deliverables, effectively adapting and modifying plans based on changing data or conditions
  • Assists in planning and ensuring that a project tracks to resources, time to market, and budget constraints
  • Tracks open issues and effectively negotiate to impact decisions and trade-offs and to guide issues within internal and external groups to resolution
  • Holds program team members accountable for their commitments, milestones, resources, and deliverables
  • Anticipates, identifies, documents, and manages key program risks, proposing appropriate mitigation and contingency plans and communicates in a timely manner to stakeholders and senior management
  • Identifies program dependencies and tracks and reports on their progress
  • Proposes workable solutions to problems by analyzing business and technical trade-offs among alternatives, and uses objective judgment and influence to formulate and drive consensus on recommendations
  • Frames communication and discussions for the intended audience, with appropriate context and line of sight
  • Ensures that the appropriate documents exist and are broadly communicated to drive shared vision among the program teams
  • Creates clearly understandable & actionable success criteria, objectives, and requirements and communicates them to the team
  • Conducts and effectively facilitates program team meetings to update status, and identify and resolve issues
  • Achieves quality results through strong team interaction, effective cross-group collaboration and taking ownership of the success of the initiative

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Project Manager at MRI Software?

A Project Manager at MRI Software is responsible for creating and driving structured schedules and milestone project plans, setting and meeting deadlines for quality deliverables, tracking issues, managing program risks, facilitating team meetings, and ensuring effective communication among teams and stakeholders.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have a BA/BS in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent project/program management experience. A PMP certification is a plus.

How many years of experience are needed for this role?

Candidates should have 1-3 years of working knowledge and experience in project/program management. Experience with software development projects is a plus.

What skills are essential for success in this position?

Essential skills include strong planning and organization, effective communication, analytical and strategic thinking, decision-making ability in ambiguous situations, and a proactive, can-do attitude.

Is there a focus on teamwork in this role?

Yes, achieving quality results through strong team interaction and effective cross-group collaboration is a key aspect of the Project Manager's responsibilities.

What is the work environment like at MRI Software?

The work environment is fast-paced and unstructured, requiring adaptability and strong communication skills to work effectively with both local and global teams.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, MRI Software offers generous Tuition Reimbursement Schemes to help further professional development and growth.

What are the benefits provided to employees?

Employees benefit from private medical insurance, a personal pension plan, parental leave programs, 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, income protection plans, and flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for two weeks each year.

How does MRI Software promote diversity and inclusion?

MRI Software is committed to being an inclusive employer and believes that diversity brings benefits to its people, customers, and clients. Employee-led groups for diversity, equity, and inclusion are also available.

What is the company culture like at MRI Software?

The company culture focuses on creating an enjoyable work experience for employees, emphasizing collaboration, communication, quality results, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion values.

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MRI Software

Transforming the way communities live, work and play through open and connected real estate software solutions.

Technology
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

MRI Software is a leading provider of real estate software solutions that transform the way communities live, work and play. MRI’s comprehensive, flexible, open and connected platform empowers owners, operators and occupiers in commercial and residential property organizations to innovate in rapidly changing markets. MRI has been a trailblazer in the PropTech industry for over five decades, serving more than two million users worldwide. Through leading solutions and a rich partner ecosystem, MRI gives real estate companies the freedom to elevate their business and gain a competitive edge.