Bradley Vd Westhuizen
Senior Project Manager
Centurion, South Africa | - |-LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-vd-westhuizen/
Online Portfolio: https://bold.pro/my/bradley-vanderwesthuizen/700r
Professional Summary
Results-driven Senior Project Manager with 10+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex projects within fast-paced, client-focused environments. Proven success in Agile and Scrum frameworks, with strong skills in stakeholder management, risk mitigation, scope control, and end-to-end delivery. Adept at translating business requirements into actionable plans and fostering collaborative, productive team cultures. Known for consistently achieving project goals on time, on budget, and with high client satisfaction.
Core Competencies
- Project Planning & Execution
- Agile & Scrum Methodologies
- Risk & Scope Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Client Relationship Management
- JIRA, Kanban, Miro, Microsoft Office
- Stakeholder Communication
- User Acceptance Testing
- Schedule & Resource Management
Tools & Platforms
- Miro
- Jira
- Adobe Commerce
- Smart Sheets
- Google Docs
- Microsoft Office Suite
Professional Experience
Senior Project Manager
Magebit — Centurion (Remote) | Aug 2024 – Present
- Manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritizing tasks and aligning with business objectives.
- Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines, ensuring consistent on-time delivery.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and resolve issues.
- Present project status updates to stakeholders and ensure transparency throughout project lifecycles.
Senior Project Manager
AO Technologies — Centurion | Sep 2023 – Jul 2024
- Led projects from discovery to delivery, translating client needs into technical specifications.
- Managed delivery teams and aligned development efforts with client expectations.
- Facilitated risk assessments and vendor evaluations for optimal project outcomes.
- Delivered projects for clients with a strong focus on communication, scope control, and schedule adherence.
Senior Project Manager
Vaimo South Africa E-Commerce — Pretoria | Mar 2022 – Sep 2023
- Oversaw major e-commerce accounts including iStore, Dis-Chem, Hirsch’s, and Buco.
- Controlled project scope and timelines while managing developer output and quality standards.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings, managed minutes, and tracked follow-up actions through to completion.
Project Coordinator
Vaimo South Africa E-Commerce — Pretoria | Sep 2016 – Mar 2022
- Managed development cycles and client communications for brands like Coricraft and Waltons.
- Conducted acceptance and negative testing, and coordinated user feedback into development cycles.
- Served as Scrum Master and leveraged Agile tools (JIRA, Kanban) for effective task management.
Senior Consultant
Micros — Johannesburg | Aug 2011 – Sep 2016
- Installed and configured restaurant systems across major brands including KFC and Burger King.
- Delivered end-user training, wrote product manuals, and supported internal teams.
- Managed junior installers and ensured consistent service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Kitchen Manager & Chef de Partie
University of Johannesburg — Johannesburg | 2009 – 2011
- Led kitchen operations including menu planning, stock control, and hygiene compliance.
- Managed kitchen staff and maintained efficient, high-standard food service.
Education
- Certificate in Professional Chef — Prue Leith Culinary Institute, Centurion | Jun 2006 – Dec 2007
- Matric / Grade 12 – Computer Science, Business Economics, Mathematics, Geography — St Alban’s College, Pretoria | Jan 1996 – Dec 2001
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® — PMI, Pretoria | In Progress (Expected: July 2025)
Certifications
- Adobe Commerce Business Practitioner Expert — Sep 2023
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Afrikaans (Fluent)
Personal Interests
Aquascaping • Golf • Gardening • Family
