IT Project Manager - Infrastructure and Cloud

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus opportunities

Medical aid

Life insurance

Provident fund

Career development funding

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager in Pretoria to oversee infrastructure and cloud projects. You will manage end-to-end delivery, budgets, and stakeholder communications, ensuring high availability and secure deployments.

The role requires hands-on leadership, ITIL knowledge, and experience with MS Project or Primavera, with on-site collaboration in a corporate environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in IT project management with a focus on infrastructure and cloud projects.
• Experience with network upgrades, server deployments, data center and cloud migrations (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Budget management experience of at least 8 million Rand.
• Solid ITIL understanding; proficient with MS Project or Primavera.
• Bachelor's degree in CS or IT; on-site in Pretoria.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT infrastructure and cloud projects end-to-end.
• Plan, schedule, budget, and allocate resources.
• Coordinate with internal IT teams, vendors, and service providers.
• Oversee hardware, software, and cloud solution implementations.
• Maintain project documentation, risk assessments, and status reports.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure IT security policy compliance and best practices.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide updates to senior management.
• Drive process improvements within IT PM function.

Skills

IT project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

PMP/PRINCE2/ITIL or cloud certs

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee critical infrastructure and cloud projects within their Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA office. This role requires a hands‑on individual adept at managing complex technical deployments, ensuring seamless integration, and maintaining high availability of IT systems. You will be responsible for the end‑to‑end management of projects, from initiation and planning through to execution, monitoring, and closure. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of IT infrastructure, networking, cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP), and cybersecurity principles. This is an on‑site position, offering significant opportunities for direct collaboration with IT teams and stakeholders within a structured corporate environment. You will play a crucial role in modernizing our client's IT infrastructure to support future growth and enhance operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of IT infrastructure and cloud computing projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with internal IT teams, external vendors, and service providers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee the implementation of new hardware, software, and cloud solutions.
• Develop and maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, risk assessments, and status reports.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement timely corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with IT security policies and industry best practices.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations for IT services and equipment.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Drive process improvements within the IT project management function.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in IT project management, with a strong focus on infrastructure and cloud projects.
• Proven experience managing projects involving network upgrades, server deployments, data center migrations, and cloud migrations (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets of at least 8 million Rands.
• Solid understanding of ITIL principles and methodologies.
• Experience with project management software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant IT certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, ITIL, or cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator Associate) are highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Ability to work effectively on‑site in Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA.

Benefits

• Our client provides a competitive salary, annual bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, life insurance, and a provident fund.
• This role is based in our modern Pretoria office, offering a professional working environment.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, including funding for relevant certifications and training.
• Participate in challenging and impactful projects that shape the company's technological future.
• Be part of a stable and reputable organization with a strong commitment to employee growth.
• Career progression opportunities within the IT department.