Lead Remote Infrastructure Deployment Manager

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Stock options

Global health benefits

Generous annual leave

Home office budget

Continuous learning stipends

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Lead Remote Infrastructure Deployment Manager to spearhead remote deployment initiatives for large-scale IT infrastructure projects. You will define deployment strategies, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure seamless integration across a globally distributed footprint.

The ideal candidate has a proven record in project management and infrastructure deployment within remote-first environments, with strong leadership, stakeholder management, and

Qualifications

• 7+ years IT infrastructure project management experience
• Experience leading large-scale deployment projects (data center migrations, cloud integrations)
• PMP, Prince2, or equivalent certification preferred
• Bachelor's/Master's degree in related field

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement deployment strategies for IT infrastructure across remote environments
• Lead and mentor a team of remote project managers and technical specialists
• Manage scope, timelines, budgets, and resources for multiple deployment projects
• Collaborate with IT operations, engineering, security, and vendors to ensure delivery
• Establish and monitor KPIs for deployment processes and team performance
• Identify risks, dependencies, and contingency plans
• Oversee procurement, staging, and remote provisioning of equipment
• Ensure compliance, security, and governance standards
• Communicate status, risks, and successes to senior management

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Remote team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding global technology firm, is seeking a strategic and experienced Lead Remote Infrastructure Deployment Manager to spearhead their remote deployment initiatives. This is a paramount leadership role, operating entirely remotely, focused on overseeing the successful and efficient deployment of large-scale IT infrastructure projects. You will be instrumental in defining deployment strategies, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless integration of new technologies across our distributed operational footprint. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record in project management, infrastructure deployment, and team leadership within a remote-first setting. Your expertise will guide the planning, execution, and completion of critical infrastructure upgrades and new deployments, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technological roadmaps. This position demands exceptional organizational abilities, a proactive mindset, and the capacity to drive complex projects to fruition from a distance. We are looking for a visionary leader who can foster a culture of collaboration and high performance within a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive deployment strategies for IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, and network components, ensuring remote feasibility.
• Lead and mentor a team of remote project managers and technical specialists, providing direction and support.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources for multiple concurrent infrastructure deployment projects.
• Collaborate closely with IT operations, engineering, security, and vendor teams to ensure successful project integration and delivery.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for deployment processes and team performance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Oversee the procurement, staging, and remote provisioning of infrastructure equipment.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant compliance, security, and governance standards throughout the deployment lifecycle.
• Communicate project status, risks, and successes effectively to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT infrastructure project management, with a strong focus on deployment and remote management.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale, complex infrastructure deployment projects (e.g., data center migrations, cloud integrations, network rollouts).
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project).
• Experience managing geographically dispersed teams and working effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure components, including servers, storage, networking, and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP, Prince2, or equivalent project management certification is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive compensation package.
• Performance-based bonuses and stock options.
• Comprehensive global health benefits.
• Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and international exposure.
• Home office setup budget and continuous learning stipends.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and professional development resources.
• A culture that values innovation, autonomy, and employee well-being.