Project Manager, IT Infrastructure

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & development

Modern office

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee IT infrastructure projects in Cape Town, Western Cape. The role covers the full lifecycle from initiation to closure, delivering high-quality IT solutions on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in IT project management, strong stakeholder management, and expertise in networks, servers, storage, virtualization, and cloud technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP). Proficiency with MS Project and Jira is desired.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree or PMP is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years' IT project management experience focused on infrastructure.
• Proven track record delivering IT infra projects on time and budget.
• Strong understanding of networks, servers, storage, virtualization, and cloud tech.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT infrastructure projects, including network upgrades, data center migrations, cloud deployments, and hardware refreshes.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders at all levels, including senior management.
• Manage project teams, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and effective collaboration.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Oversee procurement of hardware, software, and external vendor services required for projects.
• Ensure all projects adhere to established IT governance, security policies, and industry best practices.
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations from the plan, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Facilitate project closure activities, including lessons learned documentation and post-implementation reviews.
• Manage vendor relationships and performance to ensure successful project outcomes.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Multi-project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Master's degree or PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

About the Role Our client, a dynamic technology solutions provider, is seeking a skilled and results-oriented Project Manager to oversee critical IT infrastructure projects in Cape Town, Western Cape . This role demands a leader adept at managing the full project lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and closure, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality IT infrastructure solutions on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will possess robust experience in IT project management, excellent stakeholder management capabilities, and a thorough understanding of infrastructure technologies. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values innovation, collaboration, and employee growth in the vibrant tech hub of Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage IT infrastructure projects, including network upgrades, data center migrations, cloud deployments, and hardware refreshes.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders at all levels, including senior management.
• Manage project teams, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and effective collaboration.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Oversee procurement of hardware, software, and external vendor services required for projects.
• Ensure all projects adhere to established IT governance, security policies, and industry best practices.
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations from the plan, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Facilitate project closure activities, including lessons learned documentation and post-implementation reviews.
• Manage vendor relationships and performance to ensure successful project outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or PMP certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT project management, with a significant focus on infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex IT infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
• Solid understanding of IT infrastructure components, including networks, servers, storage, virtualization, and cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize effectively.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholder groups.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and training.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment in a leading tech company.
• Generous annual leave and company holidays.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Modern office facilities with excellent amenities.