Lead Project Manager - Cloud Infrastructure Deployment

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work with flexible hours

Health, dental, vision insurance

Stock options or long-term incentive

Unlimited paid time off

Professional development budget

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Project Manager to drive strategic deployments of cloud infrastructure in a fully remote, remote-first role. You will design and implement scalable, secure cloud solutions and lead distributed teams across geographies to deliver on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of project management experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), strong leadership, and excellent communication skills for a remote environment. Certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience with a focus on cloud infrastructure
• Proven track record delivering complex cloud projects on time and within budget
• Experience leading remote/distributed teams across geographies
• Deep understanding of cloud computing concepts, architectures, and best practices
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management for a remote environment
• Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure/GCP) are a plus

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables for cloud infrastructure deployments with technical teams and stakeholders
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules and budgets for cloud migration and implementation projects
• Lead and manage geographically dispersed project teams
• Implement best practices for cloud security, performance monitoring, and cost optimization
• Identify, assess and mitigate project risks and dependencies
• Ensure seamless integration of cloud services with existing enterprise systems
• Communicate project status, milestones and roadblocks to senior leadership
• Manage vendor relationships and evaluate third-party cloud solutions
• Drive continuous improvement in deployment processes and methodologies

Skills

Cloud leadership

Remote team management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Agile & Waterfall

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized technology firm, is seeking an exceptional Lead Project Manager to drive the strategic deployment of their cloud infrastructure. This is a fully remote, remote-first position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to manage projects from anywhere. You will be at the forefront of designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud solutions. This role requires a visionary leader with deep technical understanding and a proven ability to manage complex, multi-phase infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of cloud initiatives, ensuring they meet stringent technical requirements, business objectives, and budget constraints. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of cloud computing within a dynamic and innovative company that values autonomy and results. The ideal candidate is adept at managing distributed teams and fostering a strong sense of collaboration despite geographical distances.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables for cloud infrastructure deployments in collaboration with technical teams and stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets for cloud migration and implementation projects.
• Lead and manage geographically dispersed project teams, including engineers, architects, and support staff.
• Implement best practices for cloud security, performance monitoring, and cost optimization.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Ensure seamless integration of cloud services with existing enterprise systems.
• Communicate project status, key milestones, and potential roadblocks to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Manage vendor relationships and evaluate third-party cloud solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement in cloud deployment processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, with a strong focus on cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex cloud projects on time and within budget.
• Demonstrated experience managing remote teams and fostering effective virtual collaboration.
• Deep understanding of cloud computing concepts, architectures, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, tailored for a remote environment.
• Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator) are a plus.
• Must be self-motivated and able to thrive in a remote-first work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Generous health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Stock options and long-term incentive plans.
• Unlimited paid time off policy.
• Professional development budget for training and certifications.
• Home office equipment stipend.
• Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge technology stack.