Infrastructure Manager

Faircape; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 720 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in South Africa seeks a Network Project and Implementation Manager to plan and manage implementation projects for new transmission links. The role includes managing relationships with external suppliers and ensuring project completion within scope and budget. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in project management focused on network infrastructure, strong communication skills, and a relevant degree. The position is full-time and based in Cape Town.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management with a focus on network infrastructure.
• Experience managing complex projects from initiation to completion.
• Strong understanding of LAN, WAN, VPN, and cloud-based networking.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and track implementation projects for new transmission links.
• Build and manage relationships between internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Ensure that deadlines are met for cross-functional implementations.

Skills

Project management

Network infrastructure

Vendor relationship management

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Project Management Diploma

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Network Project and Implementation Manager

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Full-Time

Technology

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Network Project and Implementation Manager

Applications are invited for the Network Project and Implementation Manager position to be based in Plattekloof, Cape Town.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: The Network Project and Implementation Manager will be responsible to plan, facilitate, manage and track implementation projects of all new transmission links, collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring the successful completion of network projects is within scope, schedule and budget constraints.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

Customer Interaction:

• Manage and build external suppliers and vendors relationships.
• Manage communication channels between internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Manage and build external suppliers and vendors relationships

Implementation Management:

• Facilitate the implementation process of all transmission links.
• Manage the order and approval process of new services.
• Establish implementation management processes and tracking mechanisms.
• Ensure that both internal and external deadlines are met for cross functional implementations

Transmission Planning:

• Main supplier / point of contact for Technology and Operations when requiring new transmission or increased capacity on existing routes.
• Continuously review capacity, supplier performance and pricing of transmission routes.
• Suggest self-build options where it is clear that the supply options are either too limited or unreliable

Projects and programs:

• Manage all cross functional projects, ensuring team tactics are understood and applied according to the project deliverables and responsibilities.
• Manage project statuses, dependencies and risks, ensuring resource and time allocations are optimally planned.
• Facilitate effective cross functional alignment between the technology team, systems and operations through the Management operating system (MOS) and partnership agreements.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

Work Experience and Competencies:

• 5+ years of experience in project management, with a focus on network infrastructure and implementation.
• Experience managing complex projects from initiation to completion, including planning, scheduling, risk management, and budget management.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing vendor relationships.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure technologies, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and cloud-based networking.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology or a related field.
• Project Management Diploma.

If interested and you meet all requirements, please submit your CV with contactable references and copies of related qualifications.

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