Apex Systems is seeking two Datacenter Project Managers to support a major telecommunications client. There are two openings: one in Charlotte and one in St. Louis. Both positions require candidates to work on-site four days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely one day per week.
Job Description/Requirements:
Project Manager to actively direct and support end-to-end infrastructure technology projects to specific requirements, design and build out of hardware including servers, network and storage. Supports program and project management responsibilities relating to application software implementations and upgrades as required. Partners with Program and Project Managers and SMEs to create business requirements for technology solutions that meets the needs of the business. Manages low to moderate complexity technology solutions for projects to a full-scale deployment in a live environment. Manages to timelines and communicates project status and has matrix management responsibility. Build positive give and take relationships with stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Strong Project Management Skills
• MS Project, MS Excel and MS Power Point
• Experience in project management or business management or associated area
• Ability to work with others and manage disparate teams globally
• Ability to manage technical solutions whether by a single team or multiple teams
• A proven track record in a similar role
• Good interpersonal skills; positive attitude; team player; flexible
• Must be able to face off to business and technology leaders when required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basics in financial markets & banking operations
• Keen attention to detail and strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Motivated to work cooperatively with other teams across varying levels of experience
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work with little to no supervision
Description:
Manages the entire project lifecycle from project definition through implementation. Accountable for meeting agreed upon scope, cost, schedule and quality measures. Develops project plan and drives project milestones. Establishes effective communication plan with project team and key stakeholders. Provides day-to-day direction to project resources. Ensures effective change management occurs throughout the course of the project. Responsible for preparation of documentation, status reports and budgets. Role requires excellent oral and written communications, interpersonal, negotiation, project planning, judgment, leadership, decision-making, analysis and problem-solving skills. specialized knowledge of MS Project, Visio, Excel, Word. 8+ years of experience.
