2013 Maverick Labs - Justin Howard van Dyk

Maverick Labs

Project Manager

Maverick Labs is a specialised hybrid software development and digital solution design company based in Cape Town, South Africa. Their speciality is the digital customer experience (DCX). We were founded in 2012 and service a range of corporate clients across industries including banking, insurance, healthcare, retail, automotive, alcoholic beverages, and corporate social responsibility.

Maverick Labs Website

During my tenure at Maverick Labs, a pioneering hybrid digital experience and software development company based in Cape Town, South Africa, I embarked on a journey that took me from an Account Executive to a proficient Project Manager. Maverick Labs, established in 2012, specialises in crafting bespoke digital customer experiences and developing business-aligned systems tailored to clients’ strategic objectives.

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Agile, Kanban, and Waterfall Methodologies:

Employed Agile, Kanban, and Waterfall project management methodologies to orchestrate project execution, ensuring alignment with client objectives and project milestones.

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Project Owner

Acted as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, championing their interests and ensuring their needs were met throughout the project lifecycle.

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UI/UX Planning and Design

Collaborated closely with UI/UX teams to conceptualise and design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces, enhancing the overall user experience of our solutions.

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Scrum Master

Served as a Scrum Master, facilitating efficient collaboration and communication within development teams to maximise productivity and delivery speed.

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Project Documentation

Oversaw the meticulous documentation of project requirements, specifications, and progress, maintaining transparency and accountability across all project stakeholders.

Versatile Contributions

Working within a smaller agency environment necessitated versatility, prompting me to extend beyond traditional project management responsibilities to fulfil various roles essential for project success. This included proactive problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous learning to adapt to evolving project requirements and industry trends.

In summary, my tenure as a Project Manager at Maverick Labs was characterised by a commitment to excellence, strategic leadership, and a relentless pursuit of delivering exceptional digital experiences aligned with client objectives.