Senior IT Infrastructure Project Manager (Hybrid)

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

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a skilled Technical Project Manager to lead critical IT infrastructure projects in Pretoria. You will plan, execute and deliver projects that enhance the organization’s technology backbone, including networks, servers, cloud migrations and security improvements.

This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and proven experience managing complex IT projects in a hybrid work environment. Pretoria-based candidates will be preferred.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of IT project management experience with a focus on infrastructure.
• Experience managing networks, servers, storage, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure technologies and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT; relevant certifications are advantageous.
• Experience in Gauteng region and hybrid work environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of IT infrastructure projects, including network upgrades and server deployments.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, budgets, resources and deliverables.
• Lead and coordinate technical teams and external vendors.
• Identify, assess and mitigate project risks, issues and dependencies.
• Provide regular project status updates and reports to stakeholders.
• Oversee procurement and deployment of hardware and software ensuring compliance with standards.
• Manage project budgets and track expenditures within financial constraints.
• Collaborate with IT operations for smooth handover and ongoing support.
• Champion best practices in IT project management and infrastructure deployment.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Agile methodologies

Waterfall

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

PMP certification

ITIL certification

CCNA certification

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a skilled Technical Project Manager to lead critical IT infrastructure projects in Pretoria. You will plan, execute and deliver projects that enhance the organization’s technology backbone, including networks, servers, cloud migrations and security improvements.

This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and proven experience managing complex IT projects in a hybrid work environment. Pretoria-based candidates will be preferred.