Client: well-known technology company
Title: Data Center Project Manager
Location: Remote EST OR CST
Type: Full-time/Direct hire
Summary:
The Project & Program Management role is responsible for planning and coordinating all aspects of internal information, system-specific projects from initiation to delivery. Projects often involve network, server, or software implementation and upgrades, and PC deployment. The role coordinates work performed by network engineers, data center technicians, and internal customers/partners by defining project requirements, performing feasibility and needs/impact assessments. The role develops detailed project plans and manages all implementation processes including asset management, resource allocation, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, documentation, training and on-time delivery within budget constraints. Projects may vary in number, size and complexity.
Scope:
Applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues
Works on problems of moderate scope
Receives general instructions on routine work and detailed instructions on new projects Your Roles and Responsibilities:
Manages multiple, cross-functional and technical projects.
Partner with functional teams during initiation, plan, design, procurement, deployment, and post deployment phases.
Responsible for managing/tracking program milestones, timeline, and overall deliverables.
Responsible for asset and material management across data centers and warehouses Engage in creating and maintaining comprehensive project documentation including schedules, reviews, process documents, risk analysis, etc.
Participate in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
Participate in driving project lifecycle milestones from concept commit through project closure and advocate change management.
Use metrics and KPIs to measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, and provide regular status updates.
Participate in internal process improvements; remove gaps, across multiple teams and functions.
Ensure risks are accounted for and provide risk mitigation strategies.
Be a point of contact for vendor partners and internal stakeholders.
Coordinate and assist with regularly scheduled meetings with core teams.
Take an active role in evaluation of post project results against metrics; recommend or implement changes to improve delivery practices/processes.
Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position.
Required Qualifications/Skills:
Bachelor's degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university and 2 to 5 years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
2 to 5 years of project management experience in a high-pressure, and fast-paced environment, preferably supporting network hardware or data centers
2+ years of experience with data center lifecycles and/or large-scale networks
Builds productive internal and external working relationships
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
Understanding of project management teams, resolving conflict, and meeting schedule timelines
Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, documentation)
Ability to work on multiple projects and assignments concurrently
Self-starter who is able to quickly learn new tools and gain familiarity with new processes and technologies with minimal assistance
Experience creating spreadsheets, presentation material, and project/process documentation
Strong observational and analytical skills, including: ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information, strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to track and report metrics, and manage risks
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and communicate project updates to client executives.
Willingness to work across multiple North American timezones (remotely or from the local client office)
Preferred Qualifications:
Various certifications
Understanding of the OSI model
Change management knowledge
Familiarity with various project management methodologies
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