Job Description
Description:
Contract Duration:1-year + potential extension
**LOCAL PREFERRED. Open to non-local if they are exceptional.
Hybrid -- Required to travel to office once per month, also may need to be at project sites as needed. **
TOP THINGS:
Network(Microware, Common Facilities, Sonet, Multi-Plexing, Nokia SAR)
IT Project Manager Senior
Job Description: Senior IT Project Manager
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead and deliver complex IT projects with a focus on network infrastructure (Microwave, Multi-Plexing, Nokia SAR), and iterative deployment methodologies. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in managing projects involving microwave networks, common facilities, network infrastructure, and associated tools. With a strong understanding of both waterfall and agile project management frameworks, the successful candidate will effectively drive project execution while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage end-to-end IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Oversee and drive projects related to network infrastructure (microwave, common facilities, and general network upgrades) and associated tools.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Implement deployment strategies using an iterative approach to ensure smooth transitions and minimize disruptions.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including technical staff, vendors, and stakeholders, to ensure project success.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications, updates, and reporting.
• Monitor and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating as necessary to ensure successful outcomes.
• Drive adoption of best practices in project management methodologies, balancing waterfall and agile approaches based on project needs.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior project managers and team members.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing complex IT projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in network infrastructure (microwave, common facility, and general network solutions).
• Strong knowledge of both waterfall and agile project management methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead iterative deployment strategies and manage multiple phases of project delivery.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience in utility or energy sector projects.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, SAFe).
Company Description
About us:
The Norland Group has been in operation successfully since 1996. We are a strong believer of people management, professionalism and accountability. We only make promises when we are certain we can fulfill them. Our business focuses on fulfilling the needs of commercial and government customers in administrative services, workforce mobilization, information technology, engineering, project management services.
Our Mission Statement
Our main goal is to provide career advancement opportunities to our associates. We are committed to bringing our customers exceptional support services with the highest quality, integrity, and innovation. We believe that we are the stepping stone for our associates to advance their careers and to live a better life. Everyone should have a chance to live a successful and happy life. We operate our business based on those values and we choose employees who value the same principles.
About us:\r\n\r\nThe Norland Group has been in operation successfully since 1996. We are a strong believer of people management, professionalism and accountability. We only make promises when we are certain we can fulfill them. Our business focuses on fulfilling the needs of commercial and government customers in administrative services, workforce mobilization, information technology, engineering, project management services.\r\nOur Mission Statement\r\n\r\nOur main goal is to provide career advancement opportunities to our associates. We are committed to bringing our customers exceptional support services with the highest quality, integrity, and innovation. We believe that we are the stepping stone for our associates to advance their careers and to live a better life. Everyone should have a chance to live a successful and happy life. We operate our business based on those values and we choose employees who value the same principles.