Remote Project Manager - Cloud Solutions

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work freedom

Professional development

Competitive compensation

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct seeks a seasoned Project Manager to lead cloud solutions initiatives (AWS, Azure, GCP) in a fully remote setup across South Africa, with operations near Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will drive planning, execution and delivery for migrations, implementations and optimizations, coordinating distributed teams and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in IT project management, strong cloud expertise, and hands-on experience with Jira/Asana/MS Project.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of project management experience in IT, cloud-focused.
• Experience managing full lifecycle of cloud projects (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Strong understanding of cloud concepts, architecture and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals and success criteria for cloud initiatives.
• Create detailed project plans with resources, timelines and budgets.
• Lead distributed teams and stakeholders in remote settings.
• Oversee cloud migration, deployment and integration projects.
• Identify and manage risks, issues and dependencies.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and client requirements.
• Provide regular status reports to leadership.
• Coordinate communication between technical teams, business units and vendors.
• Manage change control and documentation for cloud projects.
• Conduct post-project reviews for continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Jira

Asana

MS Project

Agile

Waterfall

Education

Bachelor's degree (CS/IT/Engineering)

Tools

Jira

Asana

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Project Manager to lead impactful cloud solutions projects. This position is a fully remote role, accessible to candidates across South Africa, and specifically supporting operations near Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA. You will be instrumental in the planning, execution, and successful delivery of cloud-based projects, including migrations, implementations, and optimizations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) and a proven track record of managing complex IT projects in a remote-first environment. We are looking for a proactive leader who can effectively manage distributed teams, stakeholders, and project lifecycles from initiation to completion. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and contribute to shaping their cloud infrastructure strategy, all while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria for cloud solutions initiatives in collaboration with technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and budgets for cloud projects.
• Lead and manage project teams, fostering effective communication and collaboration in a remote setting.
• Oversee the execution of cloud migration, deployment, and integration projects.
• Proactively identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and client requirements, adhering to best practices for cloud environments.
• Monitor project progress, budget, and resource utilization, providing regular status reports to leadership.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams, business units, and third-party vendors.
• Manage the change control process and ensure proper documentation for all cloud projects.
• Conduct post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on IT projects, specifically cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven experience managing the full lifecycle of cloud-based projects.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts, architecture, and best practices.
• Experience managing remote or distributed project teams effectively.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals) are a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
• Strong analytical skills and a detail-oriented approach.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of R .
• Fully remote position with flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa.
• Opportunity to work with leading cloud technologies and drive innovation.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
• Contribution to significant cloud transformation initiatives.