IT Infrastructure Project Lead - Soweto

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead network and infrastructure initiatives, overseeing planning, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems. You will coordinate with IT teams and vendors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and robust security practices.

The role requires 5+ years in IT project management, strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP), and PMP/CCNA/CompTIA Network+ preferred. AWS/Azure familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in IT project management focusing on network and infrastructure.
• Experience with network upgrades, server deployments, and infra initiatives.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP; familiarity with routers/switches/firewalls.
• CCNA/CompTIA Network+ and PMP preferred; AWS/Azure a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of IT network and infrastructure projects.
• Develop detailed project plans, defining scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and upgrading of network hardware, software, and systems.
• Coordinate with internal IT teams, vendors, and service providers.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues related to infrastructure deployment.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet technical specifications.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status reports to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with IT security policies and industry best practices.
• Manage vendor contracts and SLAs.
• Facilitate effective communication between technical teams and business users.

Skills

IT project management

Network & Infra expertise

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Vendor management

MS Project

Jira

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

PMP Certification

CCNA

CompTIA Network+

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead network and infrastructure initiatives, overseeing planning, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems. You will coordinate with IT teams and vendors to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and robust security practices.

The role requires 5+ years in IT project management, strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP), and PMP/CCNA/CompTIA Network+ preferred. AWS/Azure familiarity is a plus.