Remote Senior Project Manager, Cloud Solutions

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Annual performance bonus

Work from home flexibility

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Project Manager to lead complex cloud migration and implementation projects. The role is fully remote and focuses on end-to-end delivery, scope definition, risk mitigation, and stakeholder management across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

You will oversee distributed teams, drive project plans, budgets, and timelines, and ensure successful outcomes in a virtual environment while maintaining strong client relationships and consistent updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in project management with at least 4 years on cloud projects (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven experience leading fully remote teams and projects.
• PMP and cloud certifications (AWS/Azure) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans for cloud initiatives (scope, timelines, budgets, resources).
• Lead distributed project teams in a remote work environment.
• Oversee cloud migrations to AWS/Azure/GCP and ensure successful delivery.
• Maintain client relationships with regular updates and alignment to goals.
• Identify and mitigate project risks in a remote setting.
• Ensure milestones and outcomes are delivered on time and within budget.
• Foster effective virtual communication among team and stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets and document lessons learned post-project.

Skills

Remote leadership

Cloud project management

Agile methodologies

Jira/Confluence

MS Teams

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Teams

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly expanding cloud services provider seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Senior Project Manager to lead complex cloud migration and implementation projects. This fully remote position allows you to leverage your expertise from anywhere, driving innovation in cloud technology. The successful candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end management of client engagements, ensuring seamless integration of cloud solutions and exceeding client expectations. You will play a crucial role in defining project scope, managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring successful project delivery in a virtual environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to be at the forefront of cloud technology and contribute significantly to our client's global reach.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed project plans for cloud-based initiatives, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Lead and manage distributed project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive remote work environment.
• Oversee the successful migration of clients' infrastructure and applications to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Manage client relationships, providing regular updates and ensuring alignment with project goals and deliverables.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, proactively addressing challenges in a remote setting.
• Ensure the quality and timely delivery of all project milestones and final outcomes.
• Facilitate effective virtual communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
• Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and document lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 4 years focusing on cloud computing projects (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven experience managing fully remote teams and projects successfully.
• Strong understanding of cloud architectures, services, and deployment models.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, adapted for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and project management tools like Jira, Confluence, and MS Teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• PMP, cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator Associate), or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setup.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and annual performance bonuses.
• Our client provides comprehensive health insurance, including mental health support.
• A robust retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training and certifications.
• You will have the flexibility to work from home, contributing to a healthy work-life balance.
• Join a forward-thinking company that embraces remote work and values innovation in the cloud space.