Remote Senior Project Manager - IT Infrastructure

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Fully remote

Tools access

Health insurance

Certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Project Manager to lead IT infrastructure initiatives from initiation to closure. The role emphasizes virtual collaboration across distributed teams and vendors, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in complex IT infra projects and a strong grasp of ITIL, Agile, and Waterfall methodologies, with proficiency in Jira, Asana, and MS Project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/IT/Business/related field.
• 7+ years of experience managing complex IT infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record delivering fully remote projects with strong virtual collaboration.
• Proficiency with Agile and Waterfall methodologies and their tools.
• Solid understanding of IT infrastructure components: hardware, software, networking, security.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and success criteria with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans: timelines, resources, budgets for IT infra initiatives.
• Manage execution: track milestones, resolve issues, adjust plans as needed.
• Foster communication across distributed team members, vendors, and stakeholders using remote tools.
• Conduct status meetings and prepare reports on progress, risks, and budget.
• Ensure adherence to ITIL practices and quality standards throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder management

Budget tracking

Virtual leadership

Jira/Asana/MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business/Admin or related

Tools

Jira

Asana

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-oriented Remote Senior Project Manager to lead critical IT infrastructure projects from initiation to closure. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa , while collaborating closely with distributed teams. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of IT infrastructure domains and excels in managing complex, geographically dispersed initiatives in a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource requirements, and budgets for IT infrastructure initiatives.
• Manage project execution, including tracking project milestones and activities, and proactively identifying and resolving issues.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among distributed project team members, vendors, and stakeholders using various remote tools.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and prepare comprehensive reports on project progress, risks, and budget.
• Ensure adherence to ITIL best practices and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Over 7 years of experience managing complex IT infrastructure projects , including network, server, cloud, and data center initiatives.
• Proven experience delivering projects in a fully remote setting , demonstrating strong virtual collaboration and communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).
• Excellent understanding of IT infrastructure components, including hardware, software, networking, and security.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Access to leading project management and IT tools.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional certifications and continuous learning in cutting-edge technologies.