Senior Project Manager, IT Infrastructure Upgrade

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, South Africa, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead a critical IT infrastructure upgrade. The role drives planning, execution, and delivery on time and within budget in a hybrid setting, balancing on-site collaboration with remote work.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in IT project management, a CS/IT degree, and PMP/PRINCE2 certification. Experience with server virtualization, cloud integration, and IT security is highly valued.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience in IT infrastructure.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans for IT infrastructure upgrades.
• Oversee hardware/software deployments, network upgrades, and data migration.
• Lead cross-functional IT teams and manage risks and dependencies.
• Ensure security, compliance, and liaison with senior management.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract administration.
• Communicate progress and deliver post-implementation reviews.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

IT infrastructure

Jira

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent financial services institution, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a critical IT infrastructure upgrade project. This role is essential for ensuring the company's technological foundation remains robust, secure, and scalable. The position is based in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA , and operates under a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a balance of on-site presence for key meetings and collaboration, and remote work for focused task execution. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering the upgrade project on time and within budget, minimizing disruption to daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, and timeline management for IT infrastructure upgrades.
• Manage the execution of the upgrade project, overseeing hardware and software deployments, network enhancements, and data migration.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional IT teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and security specialists.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts related to hardware, software, and services.
• Ensure the project adheres to strict security protocols, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
• Communicate project status, progress, and any issues to stakeholders, including senior management.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and ensure successful handover to operational support teams.
• Utilize the hybrid work structure effectively to facilitate both remote collaboration and essential in-person interactions in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA .

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on IT infrastructure projects, upgrades, and migrations.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification is highly desirable.
• Proven experience managing large-scale IT infrastructure projects, including server virtualization, network upgrades, and cloud integration.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure components, cybersecurity principles, and IT service management (ITSM).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or similar.
• Experience working in a regulated industry (e.g., finance, healthcare) is an advantage.
• Ability to adapt to and effectively manage responsibilities within a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including comprehensive medical aid, a provident fund, and performance-based bonuses. Opportunities for professional development, including advanced certifications and training, are readily available. You will join a stable and respected organization at the forefront of financial technology. The hybrid work arrangement in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA , promotes a sustainable work-life balance. This is a key role with significant visibility and impact within the company.