Senior Project Manager - IT Infrastructure & Cloud

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health and retirement benefits

Learning & development

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead IT infrastructure and cloud-based projects in Midrand, Gauteng. You will oversee design, implementation, and migration of complex IT systems, including cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP), ensuring on-time delivery and within budget.

Hybrid work model based in Midrand with on-site collaboration and remote flexibility. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in IT project management, strong leadership, and certifications such as PMP or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in IT project management, with at least 5 years focusing on infrastructure and cloud projects (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven track record of managing large-scale IT infrastructure deployments and cloud migrations.
• Strong understanding of networking, servers, storage, data centers, and cloud architecture.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira) and ITIL frameworks.
• Experience with hybrid work environments is essential for collaboration in Midrand, Gauteng, ZA .
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, ITIL, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Azure Administrator are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of IT infrastructure and cloud migration projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, technical requirements, and resource plans.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships.
• Oversee teams of IT professionals, engineers, and external consultants.
• Ensure successful deployment and integration of new IT infrastructure and cloud services.
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies related to infrastructure projects.
• Communicate project progress, status, and challenges to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure all projects adhere to IT security best practices and compliance standards.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and provide technical guidance to project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

ITIL

Jira

MS Project

Cloud architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading technology solutions provider, is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead IT infrastructure and cloud-based projects in Midrand, Gauteng, ZA . This role is crucial for managing the design, implementation, and migration of complex IT systems, including cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP). You will be responsible for overseeing project teams, managing budgets, and ensuring the successful delivery of infrastructure upgrades and deployments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in IT infrastructure and cloud technologies, coupled with excellent project management and leadership skills. This is a strategic role within a growing organization, offering the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and drive significant IT transformation. The position operates under a hybrid work model, with a balance of on-site collaboration in Midrand, Gauteng, ZA and remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of IT infrastructure and cloud migration projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, technical requirements, and resource plans.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships.
• Oversee teams of IT professionals, engineers, and external consultants.
• Ensure successful deployment and integration of new IT infrastructure and cloud services.
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies related to infrastructure projects.
• Communicate project progress, status, and challenges to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure all projects adhere to IT security best practices and compliance standards.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and provide technical guidance to project teams.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT project management, with at least 5 years focusing on infrastructure and cloud projects (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven track record of managing large-scale IT infrastructure deployments and cloud migrations.
• Strong understanding of networking, servers, storage, data centers, and cloud architecture.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira) and ITIL frameworks.
• Experience with hybrid work environments is essential for collaboration in Midrand, Gauteng, ZA .
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, ITIL, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Azure Administrator are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• performance bonuses
• comprehensive health and retirement benefits
• continuous learning and development opportunities
• a dynamic work environment

This hybrid role based in Midrand, Gauteng, ZA provides a significant opportunity to shape the future of IT infrastructure.