Senior Project Manager/Programme Manager - IT Infrastructure - Contract

Our Client a global tech firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Programme Manager – IT Infrastructure to join their team in Pretoria on a contract basis. They offer stability, growth, exposure, Competitive rates and a great working environment.

The role of a Programme Manager is to manage the delivery of complex IT infrastructure projects and programmes. In this role, you'll be responsible for identifying opportunities and driving change in your organisation by managing large-scale IT infrastructure projects that impact the bottom line. You'll be working with senior leaders across different departments to ensure all aspects of an IT project are well managed from beginning to end.

Requirements

1. To manage the inception and implementation of transformational programmes within the controlled constraints of scope, time and costs and emergent shifts in strategic goals and associated outcomes for programmes while ensuring adherence to strategic outcomes, quality, legal and cost requirements and ensuring a basis for benefits realization is set
2. Oversee and is responsible for the development, delivery and follow-up of programme and project management process, procedures and controls required to ensure successful delivery of programme objectives
3. Maintains an awareness of best practice in the application of standard methodologies
4. Strong technical background in planning, system design, programming and integration
5. Knowledge of project management methodologies and concepts as well as a proven track record in managing IT infrastructure projects from planning to closure

Qualifications

1. NQF Level 8 or equivalent qualification in the field of Project Management
2. Minimum of 8 years working experience in the field of Project Management
3. The level of seniority (Strategic, Tactical and Operational)
4. Experience with project management software and process improvement techniques are desirable
5. Membership in good standing with a professional body in the field of project management (PMP) Project Management Professional
6. Cobit®5 and ITIL Framework