Senior Project Manager - IT Infrastructure

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model in Pretoria

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement planning benefits

Access to cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Project Manager specializing in IT Infrastructure to lead complex IT projects in Pretoria, including network upgrades, data center migrations, and cloud implementations. You will drive planning, execution, and deployment while balancing scope, budget, and timelines in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of IT PM experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and certifications such as PMP or ITIL.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT project management experience with an infrastructure focus.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of networks, servers, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), and data center ops.
• Certifications such as PMP/ITIL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of IT infrastructure projects (networks, servers, cloud).
• Define scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria with stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with IT teams, vendors, and partners to meet objectives.
• Monitor progress, provide status updates, and manage changes.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

PMP Certification

ITIL Certification

Tools

AWS

Azure

Data center operations

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager specializing in IT Infrastructure to join their team in Pretoria . This role is crucial for driving the successful planning, execution, and deployment of complex IT infrastructure projects, including network upgrades, data center migrations, and cloud implementations. You will manage project scope, budgets, resources, and timelines, ensuring seamless integration of new technologies and systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical acumen combined with excellent leadership and communication skills, working within a hybrid model that offers flexibility while ensuring critical on-site coordination when needed. You will be key in modernizing our IT landscape and supporting our business operations effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT infrastructure projects, such as network rollouts, server migrations, and cloud adoptions.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with senior stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including resource allocation, budget tracking, and risk assessment.
• Coordinate with internal IT teams, vendors, and external partners to ensure project objectives are met.
• Monitor project progress, provide regular status updates, and manage changes effectively.
• Ensure all IT infrastructure projects adhere to security standards, compliance requirements, and company policies.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in IT Project Management , with a strong focus on infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience with project management methodologies like Agile and Waterfall .
• Solid understanding of network technologies, server administration, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and data center operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or cloud-specific certifications are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between remote flexibility and in-office collaboration in Pretoria .
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning benefits.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and professional development opportunities.
• A dynamic and collaborative IT environment focused on innovation and operational excellence.