IT Project Manager - Infrastructure Rollout

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Provident fund

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an IT Project Manager for a critical infrastructure rollout based in Tembisa, Gauteng. The role requires full-time on-site presence to manage deployment, resources, and stakeholder engagement across regions.

You will plan, execute, and close projects on schedule and within budget, coordinate internal teams and third-party contractors, and report progress to senior management, leveraging Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in IT project management, infrastructure-focused.
• Experience with network/telecom infrastructure rollouts.
• Proficiency in project management software (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet).
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals and deliverables with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop full-scale project plans, work breakdown structures and resource estimates.
• Coordinate and manage resources, internal staff and external vendors to meet deadlines.
• Manage procurement of materials and equipment for infrastructure deployment.
• Track milestones and deliverables using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Communicate project expectations clearly to team and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and dependencies, implementing proactive solutions.
• Conduct regular status meetings and provide management reports.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic player in the telecommunications sector, is seeking a dedicated IT Project Manager to oversee a critical infrastructure rollout project. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless expansion of our client's network services across various regions. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a robust understanding of IT infrastructure deployment. 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 position is based in Tembisa, Gauteng and requires full-time presence on-site to effectively manage the physical deployment and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop full-scale project plans, work breakdowns, and resource estimates.
• Coordinate and manage project resources, including internal staff and external vendors, to ensure timely project completion.
• Manage the procurement of necessary materials and equipment for infrastructure deployment.
• Track project milestones and deliverables using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Identify and manage potential project risks and dependencies, implementing proactive solutions.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and provide comprehensive reports to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in IT project management, specifically with infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience in managing network or telecommunications infrastructure rollouts.
• Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar.
• Solid understanding of IT infrastructure components and deployment processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working in the telecommunications industry is a strong advantage.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa and reside within reasonable commuting distance of Tembisa, Gauteng.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Medical aid, life insurance, and a provident fund.
• Our client provides excellent opportunities for career advancement and professional development within a growing company.
• You will be part of a dedicated team working on impactful projects that shape the future of connectivity in Tembisa, Gauteng.
• We foster a supportive work environment focused on achieving collective success.