Senior Project Manager - Infrastructure, Network, and Security
Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite in St. Paul
6 month contract
We are looking for a seasoned Senior Project Manager to oversee and drive technical projects, primarily within infrastructure, network, and security teams. This role demands a strategic leader with strong project management expertise, capable of achieving successful outcomes while ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Project and Program Management
Lead the development of comprehensive project plans, leveraging both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
Define and manage project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines.
Coordinate internal and third-party resources to ensure effective execution of projects according to established parameters.
Employ project management tools to track, report, and ensure timely project delivery.
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor to project sponsors.
Keep stakeholders and executive management informed on project status, risks, and issues, adjusting expectations and escalating as necessary.
Ensure that project objectives are aligned with broader business goals through ongoing stakeholder management.
Team Leadership and Collaboration
Lead and guide project teams, offering mentorship to junior project managers to enhance service delivery.
Encourage a collaborative, productive atmosphere within the PMO and across project teams.
Facilitate communication and coordination across departments to ensure seamless execution of projects.
Take charge of change management and resolve conflicts within projects as they arise.
Clarify roles, responsibilities, and deliverables to ensure team efficiency and success.
Risk and Issue Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues throughout the lifecycle of projects and programs.
Develop and execute proactive mitigation plans to address challenges.
Monitor and report on the progress and performance of projects to ensure goals are achieved on time and within scope.
Budget and Resource Oversight
Manage project budgets in compliance with governance guidelines.
Allocate resources effectively, optimizing capacity planning and demand management to ensure project success.
Track expenditures to ensure strict adherence to budget limits.
Change and Transformation Management
Lead initiatives around transformation and organizational change to facilitate smooth adoption of solutions and processes.
Champion efforts to drive long-term impact and successful implementation of changes.
Process Optimization
Assist in refining project management methodologies and practices.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the PMO, fostering a culture of operational excellence.
Stay informed about emerging industry trends and best practices to continuously improve project management processes.
If you have a proven track record in managing technical projects within infrastructure, network, and security domains, we invite you to apply. Join us in making a meaningful impact by leading transformative solutions.