TRAFFIC Gauteng

Project Manager, Cloud Services

CloudPlexo

Job Description

Johannesburg, South Africa Posted on 02/16/2026

CloudPlexo is a global leader in cloud-native IT consulting, helping businesses unlock the potential of the technology to achieve agility, scalability, flexibility, and security. Recognised as an AWS Advanced Tier Consulting & Technology Partner, the company specializes in services such as Cloud Migration & Optimization, Cloud Security & Cybersecurity, Data Analytics & AI, and DevOps as a Service and others. By leveraging cutting-edge strategies, CloudPlexo helps enterprises achieve their IT and business transformation goals. With a commitment to empowering businesses worldwide, CloudPlexo drives digital transformation to deliver meaningful results.

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of cloud and technology projects for our global clients. This role plays a critical part in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client objectives and business goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the planning and execution of cloud and technology projects from initiation through completion
  • Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and success criteria in collaboration with clients and internal teams
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers
  • Coordinate and allocate project resources to ensure efficient and timely delivery
  • Track project progress against milestones, identifying risks, dependencies, and issues, and implementing mitigation strategies
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular status updates and addressing questions or concerns
  • Facilitate project status meetings and prepare clear, structured reports for stakeholders
  • Ensure adherence to project management methodologies, delivery frameworks, and quality standards
  • Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes accountability, communication, and continuous improvement
  • Continuously assess project performance and contribute to process and delivery improvements
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in project management, preferably within a technology, cloud, or consulting environment
  • Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects in parallel within a fast-paced, client-facing setting
  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills
  • Ability to work effectively with cross-functional and distributed teams across time zones
  • Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms
  • PMP or other recognized project management certification is an added advantage
Nice to Have
  • Experience delivering cloud migration, infrastructure modernization, or digital transformation projects
  • Familiarity with public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Background in consulting or professional services environments
  • Lead impactful cloud and digital transformation projects for global clients
  • Collaborate with experienced cloud architects, engineers, and consultants
  • Gain exposure to complex, multi-region project delivery
  • Join a growing organization that values ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement

About This Role

Career insights for Information Technology Project Managers positions

Salary Benchmark
$104,920/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Critical Thinking Active Listening Coordination Reading Comprehension Time Management
Common Technologies
Confluence Cloud Jira Cloud Microsoft Teams Apache Kafka Apache Maven Azure DevOps Server Airtable IBM Db2

Job Overview

Date Posted
02 Apr 2026
Location
Gauteng, South Africa

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Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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