Technical Infrastructure Project Manager Jobs in Portland, OR

Join AZAD Technology Partners as a Project Manager and provide project management expertise and support to the Transmission Technology Services Work Planning & Delivery organization. This assignment will collaborate closely with key managerial stakeholders, architects, subject matter experts and compliance staff to develop Operational Technology projects and program initiatives specifically related to cyber security. Collaborating closely with the IT Portfolio manager, the PM will work with project teams to draft and execute project plans; create and track schedules and budgets; facilitate and coordinate project activities; track, monitor, and provide detailed status and milestone reporting for multiple designated projects.
This is a 2 year plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. This position is hybrid based in Vancouver, WA with onsite 1 - 2 days per week. The hourly pay rate range for this position is between $65.00 and $75.00 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.
The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in business administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Technology, Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred.
10 years of experience is required with an applicable bachelor's degree.
14 years of experience is required without a degree or a non-applicable bachelor's degree.
Service Desk or Operations and Maintenance (O&M) experience will not meet project experience requirements.
Experience must include project management of IT Software and network infrastructure related projects and applications; integration of projects using industry standard methods and tools for managing schedules, dependencies, resources, funding and developing technical specifications and project plans for medium-to large-sized projects.
Advanced skills with MS Project to include fundamental operation, function, and workflow regarding timelines, dependencies, project expectations, milestones, and resources.
Demonstrated ability to manage IT Software, Network Infrastructure projects and/or Applications Integrations projects in accordance with industry project management principles.
Expert in supporting full lifecycle of projects through the IT Systems Development Lifecycle.
Expert at eliciting information from stakeholders, documenting and communicating, including via Project Plans, Functional & Technical Specifications, Schedules, Resource Plans, Budgets and Presentations.
Demonstrated experience with expert-level communication and customer service skills to advance assigned project(s) forward in a large agency environment with multiple stakeholders.
Valid U.S. Driver's License or RealID is required.
Preferred Skills:
IT project management experience within an Information Technology or Operational Technology environment
Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.
Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.
AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.
Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees' career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD's professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.
If you enjoy working in such an environment, we encourage you to apply.
EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.
U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.
AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences.
Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.
AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.
AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.
AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.
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