Senior IT Project Manager - Infrastructure

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Medical aid

Provident fund

Life insurance

Professional development

Durban based

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior IT Project Manager to lead critical infrastructure upgrade projects across Durban facilities. You will oversee network upgrades, data center modernization, cloud migration, and cybersecurity enhancements, ensuring on-time delivery within budget.

The role requires a strong technical background, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven ability to deliver complex IT projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of IT project management experience with a strong infrastructure focus (networking, servers, data centers, cloud).
• Proven experience managing projects with significant budgets and complex technical requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure technologies, including hardware, software, OS, and network protocols.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and migration strategies is essential.
• PMP certification is required.
• Strong understanding of IT security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize IT infrastructure projects on time and within budget.
• Acquire and manage project resources, including personnel, vendors, and contractors.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, track progress, and identify roadblocks.
• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve outputs.
• Conduct post-mortems and prepare recommendations reports for improvements.
• Create comprehensive project documentation like status reports and risk assessments.
• Ensure effective communication among project teams, IT departments, and business units.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations for hardware, software and services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent industrial conglomerate, is seeking a highly experienced Senior IT Project Manager to oversee critical infrastructure upgrade projects across their Durban facilities. This role is essential for ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our client's extensive IT infrastructure. You will be responsible for managing projects related to network upgrades, data center modernization, cloud migration, and cybersecurity enhancements. The successful candidate will possess a strong technical background, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven ability to deliver complex IT projects on time and within budget. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on challenging projects and drive significant technological advancements within a well-established organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize IT infrastructure projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.


• Acquire and manage project resources, including personnel, vendors, and third-party contractors.


• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.


• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, track progress, and identify potential roadblocks.


• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve agreed-upon outputs.


• Conduct project post-mortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify areas of improvement.


• Develop comprehensive project documentation, including status reports, risk assessments, and technical specifications.


• Ensure effective communication and collaboration among project team members, IT departments, and business units.


• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations for hardware, software, and services.

Requirements

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


• A minimum of 8 years of experience in IT project management, with a strong focus on infrastructure projects (networking, servers, data centers, cloud).


• Proven experience managing projects with significant budgets and complex technical requirements.


• In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure technologies, including hardware, software, operating systems, and network protocols.


• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and migration strategies is essential.


• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required.


• Strong understanding of IT security best practices and compliance requirements.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and manage diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive annual salary, commensurate with experience, and a performance-related bonus scheme. Benefits include comprehensive medical aid coverage, a generous provident fund, and life insurance. Opportunities for professional development, including certifications and further training, are readily available. Employees are part of a stable and respected organization with a strong commitment to employee well-being. This role is based in Durban, offering a vibrant city experience and a challenging career path. Join our client and contribute to vital infrastructure advancements.