We’re seeking an Infrastructure‑focused Project Manager to lead a targeted initiative to upgrade end‑of‑life technologies, specifically Windows Server 2016 and SQL Server 2016. The role oversees planning, execution, cross‑team coordination, and delivery of upgrades to supported, secure server platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end‑to‑end project planning and execution for upgrading Windows Server 2016 and SQL Server 2016 environments.
- Build and manage project schedules, milestones, resource plans, risks, and reporting.
- Coordinate work across DBA teams, system administrators, infrastructure engineers, application owners, and security teams.
- Facilitate environment assessments, application dependency checks, remediation plans, testing, and cutover activities.
- Ensure compliance with change‑management, security, and operational standards.
- Communicate clear, consistent project updates to technical teams and leadership.
Qualifications
- 3–5+ years of IT project management experience with a focus on infrastructure or data‑center initiatives.
- Proven experience managing server upgrades, including OS and SQL/database migrations.
- Strong working knowledge of Windows Server 2016, SQL Server 2016, and related upgrade paths.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder‑management skills.
- PMP, ITIL, or similar certifications preferred.
