Tech Project Manager: Infrastructure & Innovation Lead

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Training & development opportunities

Career advancement potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead technology-focused initiatives in Durban. You will drive implementation of new systems, software upgrades, and infrastructure improvements working with IT teams, stakeholders, and vendors.

The role requires a strong technical aptitude, excellent communication, and a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Business or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of IT/technology project management experience.
• Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize technology projects on schedule and within budget.
• Acquire and develop resources, including staffing, with managers and vendors.
• Define objectives and deliverables aligned with business goals.
• Develop project plans and communication documents for stakeholders.
• Manage procurement, contractors, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Project management

Agile

Waterfall

IT infrastructure

SDLC

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Business

Tools

Jira

Microsoft Project

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead technology-focused initiatives in Durban. You will drive implementation of new systems, software upgrades, and infrastructure improvements working with IT teams, stakeholders, and vendors.

The role requires a strong technical aptitude, excellent communication, and a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget in a dynamic team environment.