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Title: Senior Project Management Specialist 2
Bill Rate: ***
Primarily remote but may need some onsite which is a TBD. (Local Only)
Interview will be done virtually.
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale, enterprise-level IT initiatives across infrastructure, cloud transformation, and containerized platforms. This role will be responsible for managing complex, cross-functional programs including Kubernetes and container environments and deployments, major infrastructure modernization efforts, and migration of servers and backup systems to cloud-hosted environments.
The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep technical fluency, strong executive presence, and a proven track record of delivering high-impact IT projects on time and within budget in large enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
" Lead end-to-end delivery of major enterprise IT projects, from initiation through closure.
" Manage Kubernetes and containerization initiatives, including platform deployment, modernization, and operational transitions.
" Oversee large-scale infrastructure projects including data center upgrades, network modernization, virtualization, storage, and backup transformations.
" Direct migration of on-premises servers and backup systems to cloud-hosted platforms (e.g. Azure).
" Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, risk logs, and status reporting.
" Coordinate cross-functional teams including infrastructure, security, DevOps, application teams, vendors, and business stakeholders.
" Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security standards, and compliance requirements.
" Identify risks, dependencies, and resource constraints; implement mitigation strategies.
" Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service delivery performance.
" Provide executive-level reporting and communicate project health, milestones, and impacts.
" Drive adoption of project management best practices and continuous improvement.
Required Skills And Qualifications
" 8 years of progressive project management experience leading enterprise IT initiatives.
" Demonstrated experience managing Kubernetes and container platform implementations (e.g., OpenShift, EKS, AKS, GKE).
" Proven track record delivering large-scale infrastructure projects.
" Experience leading server migrations and enterprise backup solutions to cloud-hosted systems.
" Strong understanding of hybrid cloud architectures and infrastructure modernization.
" Experience managing budgets, resource allocation, and vendor contracts.
" Exceptional stakeholder communication and executive presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
" PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent certification preferred.
" Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field.
" Experience in regulated or government environments.
" Familiarity with ITIL, Agile, and hybrid delivery methodologies.
" Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automation tools.
" Experience with enterprise backup platforms and disaster recovery planning.
" Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards.
" Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
" Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
" Proficient in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Planview, or similar.
" Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Competencies
" Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
" High-level organizational and leadership skills
" Strong risk management and problem-solving abilities
" Ability to lead technical teams without direct authority
" Skilled at managing competing priorities in fast-paced environments
Bill Rate: ***
Primarily remote but may need some onsite which is a TBD. (Local Only)
Interview will be done virtually.
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale, enterprise-level IT initiatives across infrastructure, cloud transformation, and containerized platforms. This role will be responsible for managing complex, cross-functional programs including Kubernetes and container environments and deployments, major infrastructure modernization efforts, and migration of servers and backup systems to cloud-hosted environments.
The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep technical fluency, strong executive presence, and a proven track record of delivering high-impact IT projects on time and within budget in large enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
" Lead end-to-end delivery of major enterprise IT projects, from initiation through closure.
" Manage Kubernetes and containerization initiatives, including platform deployment, modernization, and operational transitions.
" Oversee large-scale infrastructure projects including data center upgrades, network modernization, virtualization, storage, and backup transformations.
" Direct migration of on-premises servers and backup systems to cloud-hosted platforms (e.g. Azure).
" Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, risk logs, and status reporting.
" Coordinate cross-functional teams including infrastructure, security, DevOps, application teams, vendors, and business stakeholders.
" Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security standards, and compliance requirements.
" Identify risks, dependencies, and resource constraints; implement mitigation strategies.
" Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service delivery performance.
" Provide executive-level reporting and communicate project health, milestones, and impacts.
" Drive adoption of project management best practices and continuous improvement.
Required Skills And Qualifications
" 8 years of progressive project management experience leading enterprise IT initiatives.
" Demonstrated experience managing Kubernetes and container platform implementations (e.g., OpenShift, EKS, AKS, GKE).
" Proven track record delivering large-scale infrastructure projects.
" Experience leading server migrations and enterprise backup solutions to cloud-hosted systems.
" Strong understanding of hybrid cloud architectures and infrastructure modernization.
" Experience managing budgets, resource allocation, and vendor contracts.
" Exceptional stakeholder communication and executive presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
" PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent certification preferred.
" Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field.
" Experience in regulated or government environments.
" Familiarity with ITIL, Agile, and hybrid delivery methodologies.
" Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automation tools.
" Experience with enterprise backup platforms and disaster recovery planning.
" Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards.
" Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
" Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
" Proficient in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Planview, or similar.
" Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Competencies
" Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
" High-level organizational and leadership skills
" Strong risk management and problem-solving abilities
" Ability to lead technical teams without direct authority
" Skilled at managing competing priorities in fast-paced environments