Remote Project Manager - IT Infrastructure

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual bonuses

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative virtual team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Project Manager specializing in IT infrastructure to join a globally distributed team. You will plan, execute and close complex IT projects, coordinating virtual teams across time zones and ensuring operational efficiency from a remote location.

The role requires 5+ years in IT projects with infrastructure focus, strong communication and budgeting skills, and experience with Agile/Waterfall methodologies and Jira/Confluence/MS Project.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT project management experience, infrastructure, networks or cloud.
• Proven ability to lead remote teams and manage distributed stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Agile and Waterfall methodologies and tools (Jira, Confluence, MS Project).
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure components and architecture.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of IT infrastructure projects from initiation to closure.
• Lead virtual project teams across time zones with clear communication and alignment.
• Develop detailed schedules, allocate resources, and manage budgets.
• Identify and mitigate risks, escalating issues as needed.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Maintain project documentation and provide regular status reports.

Skills

Remote leadership

Communication

Project management

Budgeting

Risk management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and results-oriented Remote Project Manager specializing in IT infrastructure projects to join their globally distributed team. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for the planning, execution, and successful completion of complex IT infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless integration and operational efficiency. This position requires a proactive approach to managing remote teams, overcoming geographical challenges, and delivering cutting-edge technology solutions. You will play a crucial role in enhancing our client's technological capabilities and driving innovation from a distance, operating within a culture that champions remote collaboration and asynchronous communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire lifecycle of IT infrastructure projects, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure.


• Coordinate and lead virtual project teams, ensuring clear communication and task alignment across different time zones.


• Develop detailed project schedules, resource allocation plans, and budget management strategies.


• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating when necessary.


• Ensure all project deliverables meet required quality standards and stakeholder expectations.


• Maintain accurate project documentation and provide regular status reports to senior management.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience managing IT projects, with a focus on infrastructure, networks, or cloud technologies.


• Proven ability to lead and manage remote teams effectively.


• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and relevant tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, MS Project).


• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure components and architecture.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills suitable for a virtual environment.


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with potential for annual bonuses.


• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and work-life integration.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.


• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and training.


• A collaborative and supportive virtual team culture focused on remote success.