Remote Lead Project Manager, IT Infrastructure

Placements24; Centurion; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous leave

Professional development

Fully remote

Global projects exposure

Collaborative culture

Centurion opportunity

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Lead Project Manager to drive large IT infrastructure projects in a remote-capable role within South Africa. You will oversee initiation through closure, shaping plans, budgets, resources and risks while mentoring a team of project managers and technical leads.

This role requires strong leadership, executive communication, and a proven track record with cloud, data center, and network upgrades.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive IT project management experience, including at least 5 years in a lead role.
• Proven experience managing IT infrastructure projects (cloud migrations, data center consolidations, network upgrades).
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification is mandatory.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project and Jira.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fully remote setup.
• Solid understanding of networking, servers, storage, and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale IT infrastructure projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, budget, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, and budgetary constraints.
• Manage and mentor a team of project managers and technical leads.
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and issues to executive stakeholders.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the project management framework.
• Ensure successful deployment and integration of new IT infrastructure components.
• Conduct project reviews and post-mortem analysis to capture lessons learned.
• Collaborate with vendor partners to ensure successful project outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

Autonomy

Education

Master's degree in Information Technology / Computer Science

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in IT services, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Project Manager to manage critical IT infrastructure projects. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from any location within South Africa while collaborating with international teams. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex infrastructure upgrades and deployments. This role demands strong leadership, strategic planning capabilities, and a deep understanding of IT infrastructure technologies. As a remote-first role, you will leverage advanced collaboration tools to ensure seamless project execution and stakeholder engagement. If you are a seasoned project leader with a passion for driving technological advancements, this is an exceptional career opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale IT infrastructure projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, budget, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, and budgetary constraints.
• Manage and mentor a team of project managers and technical leads.
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and issues to executive stakeholders.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the project management framework.
• Ensure successful deployment and integration of new IT infrastructure components.
• Conduct project reviews and post-mortem analysis to capture lessons learned.
• Collaborate with vendor partners to ensure successful project outcomes.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT project management, with at least 5 years in a lead role.
• Proven experience managing IT infrastructure projects (e.g., cloud migrations, data center consolidations, network upgrades).
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification is mandatory.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a fully remote setup.
• Strong understanding of networking, servers, storage, and cloud technologies.

Benefits

• Annual salary up to R .
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Professional development and certification support.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Exposure to global IT projects and diverse technologies.
• A collaborative and innovative remote work culture.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact IT infrastructure initiatives from Centurion, Gauteng, ZA .