Remote Senior Project Manager - IT Operations

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary + bonuses

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Professional development budget

Global IT initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Project Manager to lead IT operations initiatives and infrastructure projects for a distributed, global environment.

You will drive planning, execution, and optimization of IT systems while collaborating with teams worldwide in a fully remote setting. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of IT project management experience, strong leadership, and expertise in Agile, Scrum, and ITIL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• 10+ years in IT project management with focus on operations & infrastructure.
• Proven track record managing large IT projects in distributed environments.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, and ITIL.
• Strong leadership and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of IT operations projects, delivering infrastructure upgrades and system implementations.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, budgets, resources, and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with global IT teams, vendors, and business units for alignment and execution.
• Oversee implementation of new technologies and optimization of existing IT systems.
• Ensure IT best practices, security standards, and regulatory compliance throughout lifecycles.
• Monitor project performance and report risks and outcomes to senior management.

Skills

IT project management

Agile methodologies

Remote collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ITIL

Scrum

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Remote Senior Project Manager to lead their IT operations projects, offering a fully remote work arrangement. This position is critical for managing the infrastructure, systems, and processes that support the company's global operations. You will be instrumental in driving projects that enhance IT performance, ensure system reliability, and implement new technological solutions. Working from home, you will collaborate with distributed IT teams and stakeholders worldwide, ensuring seamless execution of complex IT projects. This role demands a strategic leader with extensive experience in IT infrastructure and operations, aiming to optimize service delivery and technological advancements in a flexible, remote-first setting, supporting the business's technological backbone from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of IT operations projects , ensuring successful delivery of infrastructure upgrades, system implementations, and process improvements.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies for IT initiatives.
• Coordinate effectively with global IT teams, vendors, and business units to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
• Oversee the implementation of new technologies and the optimization of existing IT systems and services.
• Ensure adherence to IT best practices, security standards, and regulatory compliance throughout project lifecycles.
• Monitor project performance, analyze data, and provide regular reports on project status, risks, and outcomes to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in IT project management, with a strong emphasis on IT operations and infrastructure.
• Proven track record of managing complex, large-scale IT projects within a distributed environment.
• Expertise in Agile, Scrum , and ITIL methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills suitable for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package with significant bonus opportunities.
• Full flexibility with a 100% remote work policy.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous budget for professional development, certifications, and home office equipment.
• Opportunity to drive impactful IT initiatives with a global reach.