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KēSTA I.T is actively seeking a IT Project Manager for an immediate contract engagement with our government client.

Work Location: This position is Hybrid

Job Description:

We Are Seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead complex technology initiatives from planning through implementation. This role is responsible for managing technology infrastructure and modernization projects, coordinating stakeholders, overseeing procurement and vendor activities, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management expertise, extensive knowledge of telecommunications and networking infrastructure, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully execute strategic technology initiatives.

Responsibilities:

·         Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and successful delivery of IT infrastructure and technology projects.

·         Coordinate project activities from initiation through implementation while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

·         Conduct and review site assessments to evaluate technology infrastructure and identify operational needs.

·         Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and implementation strategies.

·         Manage technology infrastructure initiatives involving networking equipment, wireless access points, routers, switches, cabling, and related systems.

·         Coordinate internet service provider (ISP) migrations, vendor transitions, and infrastructure deployment activities.

·         Manage procurement activities, including developing RFPs, evaluating vendors, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

·         Oversee contract administration and vendor performance throughout the project lifecycle.

·         Work closely with stakeholders to identify requirements, provide project updates, and manage expectations.

·         Coordinate implementation activities while minimizing operational disruption.

·         Support strategic planning initiatives related to technology modernization and infrastructure improvements.

·         Prepare project documentation, reports, status updates, and executive presentations.

·         Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.

·         Review compliance with applicable telecommunications programs, funding requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

·         Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.

·         Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, vendors, and stakeholders.

·         Support policy and procedure development related to technology projects and infrastructure.

·         Perform additional project management duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

·         Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

·         10+ years of IT Project Management experience.

·         5+ years of experience managing projects involving telecommunications or technology infrastructure programs.

·         Strong knowledge of networking infrastructure, including wireless access points, switches, routers, and structured cabling.

·         Experience managing ISP migrations and large-scale vendor transitions.

·         Extensive experience with procurement processes, contract administration, and RFP development.

·         Experience managing multiple vendors and cross-functional project teams.

·         Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.

·         Experience using project management tools and reporting methodologies.

·         Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

·         Ability to coordinate multiple concurrent projects while meeting deadlines.

Preferred Skills

·         Experience supervising project teams.

·         Public speaking and presentation experience.

·         Vendor relationship management experience.

·         Experience developing organizational policies and procedures.

·         Familiarity with integrated library systems or similar enterprise applications.

·         Experience working with technology funding or telecommunications program administration.

Available Benefits:

·         Medical Benefits (Platinum level plans available)

·         Work from home / Hybrid / Onsite options

·         PTO

·         Holiday Pay

·         VTO

·         401K

·         Charitable Match

·         Training reimbursement

About KēSTA I.T.:

Our name says it all; KēSTA I.T. (Keys-to-I.T.) AND our people are our keys to our success!

KēSTA I.T. is a premier Utah-based technical staffing and consulting services firm. We specialize in temporary and permanent placement of Software, Hardware, Network, Cloud, CRM/ERP, Data, End-User support, Web and Executive / leadership-based positions on a full time and consulting basis.

If you're interested in a role where top performance is rewarded, personal time is valued, and excellence is demanded at every level we want to talk to you today! 

Where do you want to go? We've got the keys! ~ KēSTA I.T.

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