Project Manager- IT Infrastructure (Freelance) | Templeton Recruitment (End Client Placement)
- Location : Brussels (Hybrid – 3 days onsite / week)
- Duration : 440 days (Extendable up to 6 years)
- BYOD : Bring Your Own Device required
- Start Date : ASAP
- Language : Fluent in French or Dutch, with working knowledge of the other and strong English
Summary
For our client in Belgium, we are looking for looking for an experienced IT Infrastructure Project Manager for a long-term freelance engagement based in Brussels. You’ll lead complex infrastructure projects within a high-impact IT department, overseeing everything from scoping and planning to delivery and operational handovers. This role suits professionals with strong stakeholder management skills, technical infrastructure knowledge, and a proven ability to drive delivery in hybrid cloud and enterprise environments. As Project Manager – IT Infrastructure , you will deliver end-to-end projects that modernize and secure enterprise IT systems. You’ll lead the full project lifecycle, coordinate cross-functional teams, manage risk, and ensure technical alignment with internal architecture and production standards.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Initiation
Define scope, deliverables, methodology, timeline, and budgetIdentify stakeholders and align project expectationsCoordinate with technical architects and business unitsExecution & Delivery
Manage day-to-day project tasks and resource allocationMonitor risks, issues, and changesEnsure compliance with standards and technical constraintsCommunicate regularly with key stakeholdersClosure & Transition
Lead knowledge transfer to operational teamsDocument project outcomes and lessons learnedEnsure readiness for “business as usual” operationsRequired Skills & Experience
Master’s degree or equivalent through experience10+ years in project management with a focus on IT infrastructureProject Management certification (e.g., Prince2, PMP, or equivalent)Strong knowledge of IT systems : virtualization, cloud / hybrid-cloud, endpoints, network, servers, storageExperience managing infrastructure upgrades, migrations, or datacenter projectsProficient in project governance tools and reportingLanguage Requirements
Fluent in French or Dutch (with good understanding of the other)Proficient in technical EnglishWhat’s in It for You?
Long-term freelance mission with potential for renewal (up to 6 years)Work within a stable, well-resourced IT organizationHigh-impact, infrastructure-focused projectsHybrid work model (3 days onsite)Supportive and experienced team environment