Lead Project Manager - Cloud Migration

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Project Manager to steer large-scale cloud migration programs. This remote role allows you to work from anywhere in South Africa and to shape migration strategies across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

You will lead cross-functional teams, own end-to-end delivery, manage risks, budgets, and stakeholder expectations, and drive post-migration optimization in a remote-first, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project management with at least 5 years in cloud computing/IT infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record managing large-scale cloud migration projects (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Expertise in Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Strong leadership, team management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Technical acumen in cloud architecture, networking, security and data migration.
• Excellent communication/presentation skills for remote work.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and MS Project.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS/Azure) are advantageous.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• Ability to manage multiple remote projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of complex cloud migration projects, ensuring timely delivery.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, resources, risk, and budget management.
• Direct and mentor project teams of experts, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Oversee migration execution following best practices for AWS/Azure/GCP.
• Maintain robust communication with all stakeholders and provide progress reports.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Manage project budgets and optimize resource utilization.
• Conduct post-migration reviews and continuous improvement actions.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date project documentation.
• Collaborate with sales/pre-sales to define scope and deliverables for opportunities.

Skills

Cloud project leadership

Stakeholder management

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking enterprise cloud solutions provider seeking an exceptional Lead Project Manager to drive critical cloud migration projects. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be at the forefront of guiding organizations through complex transitions to cloud-based infrastructures, ensuring seamless and efficient migration processes. This role demands a strategic thinker with a proven history of managing large-scale IT projects, a deep understanding of cloud technologies, and outstanding leadership capabilities. You will be responsible for orchestrating all phases of the migration lifecycle, from initial assessment and planning to execution and post-migration support, ensuring alignment with client business objectives and technical requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of cloud adoption for a diverse clientele and advance your career in a remote-first, innovative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end management of complex cloud migration projects, ensuring successful and timely delivery.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, risk management, and budget control.
• Direct and mentor project teams comprising technical experts, consultants, and client stakeholders.
• Oversee the technical execution of migrations, adhering to best practices for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Establish and maintain robust communication channels with all project stakeholders, providing regular progress reports.
• Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial constraints and optimizing resource utilization.
• Conduct thorough project reviews and post-migration assessments to ensure client satisfaction and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all project documentation is accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date.
• Collaborate with sales and pre-sales teams to define project scope and deliverables for new opportunities.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused specifically on cloud computing and IT infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale, complex cloud migration projects (AWS, Azure, or GCP experience is essential).
• Expertise in various project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
• Exceptional leadership, team management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong technical acumen related to cloud architecture, networking, security, and data migration.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, suitable for a remote work environment.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, and MS Project.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator Associate) are highly advantageous.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, promoting flexibility and work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Opportunities for advanced cloud certifications and professional development.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Contribution to retirement savings.
• Access to a supportive and collaborative remote team environment.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging cloud migration projects.
• Employee well-being programs and resources.