Senior IT Project Manager, Infrastructure

NTT DATA is a team of more than 190,000 diverse professionals, operating in more than 50 countries throughout the world. The sectors where we have activities include: telecommunications, finance, industry, utilities, energy, public administration and health.

Our mission? Offer technological solutions, business, strategy, development and maintenance of applications, while being a benchmark in consulting. All thanks to the collaboration between teams, the human quality of our people and the fact that we do not conform to what is established, we always seek innovation that brings us closer to the future.

Our essence has led us to the forefront of technology, breaking paradigms and providing solutions that truly respond to the needs of each client. Our talent has led us to be one of the top 6 technology companies in the world.

Because #Greattech, needs #GreatPeople, like you

NTT DATA is looking for high-achieving team players that are quickly adaptable to new challenges and entrepreneurial ventures. We are looking for a Senior IT Project Manager to work in 100% onsite in Basking Ridge, NJ with our global client. 

Overview:

We are seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to support large-scale IT infrastructure initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience managing complex IT projects, particularly across workplace, network, and infrastructure domains. This role requires a strong combination of technical expertise, project delivery leadership, and stakeholder management to successfully drive multiple concurrent initiatives from initiation through completion.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end delivery of IT projects, ensuring alignment with organizational IT standards and PMO methodology.
• Coordinate and oversee multiple IT initiatives simultaneously, maintaining high standards for technical execution, planning, and communication.
• Participate in project scope definition, technical solution design, budgeting, and resource planning.
• Develop and maintain detailed project timelines, accounting for technical complexity, dependencies, and organizational factors.
• Provide technical and managerial input to ensure project feasibility, alignment, and budget accuracy.
• Manage project budgets, including tracking performance and reporting on variances.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and facilitate regular project status meetings.
• Collaborate with both local and global stakeholders, including senior leadership, business units, vendors, and external suppliers.
• Monitor and control project execution, including tasks, milestones, and critical path activities.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, and governance materials; participate in project committees and forums.
• Develop and maintain project frameworks, templates, and technical procedures.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Assess training needs and support development of training plans.
• Execute project closeout activities, including performance evaluations, success metrics, and lessons learned.

Requirements:

• 8 years of experience delivering large-scale IT infrastructure projects for global organizations.
• Proven track record delivering projects in Workplace, Network, and Infrastructure domains.
• Deep technical expertise in IT infrastructure delivery, network and systems implementations, data center and facility projects, high-availability and secure systems, enterprise platforms, and cloud/hybrid environments.
• Strong experience managing relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors/suppliers.
• Advanced knowledge of Kanban methodology and Microsoft Project.
• PMP certification (PMI) preferred.
• Experience in Life Sciences or Healthcare industries is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to and influence senior leadership.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities across global teams.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional and distributed teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in complex environments.

Why NTT DATA?   

Empowerment and rewards are the cornerstone of our career development model. We are a young, fast-growing company, with a highly innovative and entrepreneurial spirit, because of this professional experience and growth will be unmatched. Our talent and positive attitude allows us to transform our goals into achievements, and projects into realities.

NTT DATA is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. NTT DATA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Male/Female/Disabled/Veteran and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.