Infrastructure Project Manager Level III

Job Title: Infrastructure Project Manager Level III

Work Location: Remote

Duration: Remote

Mandatory Qualifications:

Technical Background:

Comprehensive understanding of network architecture, including the design and implementation of secure communication channels such as VPNs.

Comprehensive understanding of Cyber Security including but not limited to Proofpoint and MFA.

Comprehensive understanding of IT infrastructure, including aspects of networking, virtualization, and storage.

Familiarity with technologies such as Cisco Systems, VMware, NetApp, and Nutanix.

Familiarity in IP management and the ability to handle IP scope changes for campuses.

Experience in managing server migrations, including planning, execution, and troubleshooting.

Ability to document system designs, configurations, and operational procedures to ensure efficient management of IT infrastructure.

2. Project Management:

High proficiency in using M365 applications, including Project, Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and especially Excel.

Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions and designs.

Experience in developing and composing project plans for implementing network infrastructure gear and configurations university-wide.

3. Collaboration and Communication:

Excellent interpersonal skills to build rapport with university stakeholders, including unit staff, subject matter experts, technical staff, administrators, faculty, and students.

Outstanding communication skills to facilitate group discussions, articulate client needs, and lead presentations to diverse groups of technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Job Title Requirements:

Project Planning and Execution:

Develop and maintain a comprehensive project plan, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables.

Lead the execution of the project plan, ensuring that all tasks are completed on time and within budget.

Coordinate with various teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration throughout the project.

Capture and lead project change control, ensuring that any changes to the project scope, timeline, or budget are properly documented and approved.

Record decisions and maintain a comprehensive project documentation repository.

Risk Management and Issue Resolution:

Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize their impact on the project.

Monitor and track project risks and take proactive measures to *address them.

Resolve issues that arise during the project and escalate them to higher management if necessary.

Budget Management:

Track and report on the project budget, ensuring that expenses are within the allocated budget.

Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement measures to optimize project spending.

4. Stakeholder Communication and Reporting:

Prepare and deliver regular status reports to stakeholders, providing updates on project progress, risks, and issues.

Facilitate communication between team members, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure transparency and alignment.

Convene the steering committee and facilitate weekly project and ad-hoc meetings.

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

Provide tactical direction to the project team, ensuring that all members are aligned with the project goals and objectives.

Foster a collaborative and supportive team environment, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing.

Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Technical Expertise and Guidance:

Possess a comprehensive understanding of network architecture, IP management, and the intricacies of establishing a shared Intranet environment.

Lead planning and execution meetings, particularly regarding server workload migrations with subject matter experts (SMEs) and campus IT teams.