Senior Project Manager - IT Infrastructure & Cloud

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager for IT infrastructure and cloud initiatives with a focus on Pretoria-area deployments. This remote role supports a multinational client and requires strong leadership to drive planning, execution, and deployment of complex IT projects.

The successful candidate will oversee data center modernization, cloud migrations, and security-focused deployments, collaborating with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of IT project management experience focused on infrastructure and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven track record of data center migrations, network upgrades, and cloud deployments.
• Strong ITIL knowledge and familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans for IT infrastructure and cloud initiatives, including scope, budget, resources, and timelines.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including network engineers and system administrators, and coordinate with external vendors.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, quality standards, and security protocols.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations for hardware, software, and cloud services.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring business continuity and minimal disruption.
• Communicate project status and key decisions to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure successful deployment and integration of new infrastructure and cloud solutions.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / CS

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent multinational corporation, is actively searching for a seasoned Senior Project Manager specializing in IT infrastructure and cloud solutions. This critical role will involve overseeing the planning, execution, and deployment of complex infrastructure projects, including cloud migrations and data center modernization. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring seamless integration, robust security, and efficient performance of IT systems across the organization. This remote position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact from anywhere, with primary engagement focused on initiatives within Pretoria, Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage comprehensive project plans for IT infrastructure and cloud initiatives, including scope, budget, resources, and timelines. Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and external vendors. Oversee the execution of projects, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, quality standards, and security protocols. Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations for hardware, software, and cloud services. Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring business continuity and minimal disruption. Communicate project status, progress, and key decisions effectively to senior management and stakeholders. Ensure successful deployment and integration of new infrastructure and cloud solutions. Conduct post-implementation reviews and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT project management, with a significant focus on infrastructure and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proven track record of managing large-scale data center migrations, network upgrades, and cloud deployments. Strong understanding of ITIL frameworks and best practices. Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall). Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira). Relevant certifications such as PMP, ITIL, AWS Certified Solutions Architect are highly desirable. Ability to manage projects remotely, with strong organizational and time management skills. Experience with projects relevant to the Pretoria, Gauteng region or broader South African context is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers an attractive salary package, reflecting the seniority and responsibilities of this role, along with potential performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive benefits include a leading medical aid plan, an excellent retirement fund, and life insurance cover. The company is committed to employee development, providing access to cutting-edge training, certifications, and opportunities to attend international tech conferences. Enjoy the flexibility of fully remote work, enabling a superior work-life balance. This role offers the chance to work on transformative projects impacting our global operations, with specific considerations for projects based in or influencing the Pretoria area.