What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - Server Hardware Replacement and Virtual Machine position at Ovation Workplace Services Inc?
Project: Server Hardware Replacement and Virtual Machine Migration
Resource Needed: Project Manager
II. Project Scope
The PM will manage all aspects of the project lifecycle that includes, but not limited to planning, coordination,
execution, monitoring, and closeout of the following:
• Replacement of aging server hardware across facilities
• Migration of virtual machines to new hardware platforms
• Coordination of vendor activities and internal IT teams
• Implementation of updated security configurations and patching
• Oversight of documentation, testing, and training deliverables
III. Key Responsibilities
• Ensure project scope is clearly defined and managed through formal change control
• Develop and maintain a project schedule aligned with’s operational needs
• Manage project budget and ensure expenditures are tracked and authorized
• Coordinate technical specifications and changes with PMO, IT staff, and vendors
• Conduct site visits to monitor implementation progress and assess risks
• Lead project coordination meetings and provide executive-level status reporting
• Monitor resource allocation and mitigate risks to ensure successful delivery
• Support procurement activities and vendor coordination
• Maintain quality assurance processes throughout the project lifecycle
• Resolve issues and implement corrective actions as needed
• Conduct Go/No Go assessments for hardware cutovers and VM migrations
• Manage stakeholder communications and ensure timely notifications for outages
• Ensure compliance with’s safety, access, and change management protocols
• Facilitate ASR and USR submissions and approvals
• Ensure completion and submission of all required documentation (e.g., migration plans, test results, updated
diagrams)
• Coordinate training and knowledge transfer sessions for staff
• Provide project briefings and participate in milestone and final reviews
IV. Deliverables
• Updated project schedule using’s standard PM tools (e.g., MS Project)
• Weekly progress reports and project logs (issues, risks, action items, decisions)
• Finalized migration plans and updated infrastructure diagrams
• As-built documentation and lessons learned report
• Training materials and session records
V. Technical Requirements/Qualifications
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in IT project management, preferably in infrastructure or systems
migration
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in server hardware troubleshooting and replacement.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in managing hypervisor environments, server hardware platforms,
virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), and enterprise IT environments
• Experience with Active Directory, backup systems, and cloud integration (e.g., Azure), Windows Server, VMware,
and server hardware infrastructure.
• Experience with disaster recovery planning, security patching, and firmware updates.
• Understanding of data center operations, including rack management and cabling standards.
• PMP certification preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and coordinate with support teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively, ensuring tasks are completed with minimal
supervision.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills
• Must pass background checks