Remote Senior Project Manager - Infrastructure

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Leadership training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Senior Project Manager to lead critical infrastructure projects from anywhere within South Africa. You will oversee end-to-end delivery, manage distributed teams, and drive execution in a remote-first environment with autonomy and accountability.

The role emphasizes virtual collaboration, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and adherence to industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in project management, focused on infrastructure.
• Proven ability to manage remote projects using virtual tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in virtual settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of complex infrastructure projects to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Develop and execute detailed project plans for distributed teams.
• Manage remote project teams with clear communication channels.
• Identify and mitigate risks across locations and dependencies.
• Conduct regular virtual stakeholder meetings with progress updates.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and policies.

Skills

Remote leadership

Project management

Infrastructure projects

Stakeholder management

Virtual collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced and self-motivated Remote Senior Project Manager to lead critical infrastructure projects from anywhere within South Africa . This role is designed for a seasoned professional who excels at managing complex, geographically dispersed projects, driving execution through effective virtual collaboration and stakeholder management. You will be instrumental in ensuring the successful planning, implementation, and delivery of large-scale infrastructure initiatives, adhering strictly to remote-first principles. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership in a virtual environment, fostering clear communication and driving project success without the need for physical office presence, embodying autonomy and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end management of complex infrastructure projects , ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Develop and execute detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for distributed teams.
• Effectively manage remote project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring clear communication channels.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies across various locations.
• Conduct regular virtual stakeholder meetings, providing clear progress reports and managing expectations.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to manage projects remotely using virtual collaboration tools and techniques.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure development lifecycle, planning, and execution.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, especially in a virtual setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive remote work support, including home office stipends.
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous annual leave and flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and leadership training.