Position : Sr. Infrastructure Project Manager (A/V and Networking)
Work Schedule: 40 hours/week
Location: 4 days per week 216 Mas Avenue Boston MA 02474
This is a pay rate of $90.91/hr on W2
Duration: 12 months with possibility of exntension
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The Division of Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking a highly experienced and motivated individual to join our team as an SR. Infrastructure Project Manager. This role is responsible for driving the successful delivery of large-scale, complex IT projects and programs that support the university’s strategic priorities. The Senior Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams, manage diverse stakeholder expectations, and ensure that all initiatives are delivered within scope, schedule, and budget—while aligning to business value and user needs.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a proven track record of managing complex strategic IT initiatives in dynamic environments. This role requires a strategic thinker who is also hands-on, with strong leadership and influencing skills.
This is a hybrid position that requires on-site presence in the Boston office four days per week.
1. Qualifications
Education
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
· Project management training/certification preferred (e.g., PMP, Agile, PRINCE2)
Experience
· 8–10 years of progressive IT project management experience, including managing large, complex, cross-functional IT initiatives in matrixed organizations.
· Demonstrated experience in delivering enterprise-level technology projects, such as CRM, ERP, infrastructure, data integration, or cloud-based systems.
· Minimum of 5 years of experience engaging with business units, technical teams, and executive stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable project plans.
· Proven ability to lead diverse project teams, set direction, communicate vision, and influence outcomes without direct authority.
· Experienced in navigating organizational change, managing competing priorities, and driving projects forward in ambiguous or evolving environments.
· A strong history of using data-driven insights to guide project planning and risk management.
PMO Knowledge and Skills
· Expert in project management methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid approaches.
· Proficient with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, ServiceNow, or Jira.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership.
· Demonstrated ability to build relationships, foster collaboration, and resolve conflicts across diverse stakeholder groups.
· Deep understanding of business processes and IT alignment, with the ability to deliver measurable value.
· Skilled in resource planning and budgeting for large-scale projects.
· Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working independently in fast-paced environments.
· Good understanding of current and emerging technologies and how other enterprises are employing them to drive digital business.
· Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence.
Infrastructure Knowledge and Skills
· Progressive work experience in network infrastructure; hands-on experience.
· Current RCDD desired, Inactive RCDD or RCDD LAN Specialist, Installer, Technician required.
· Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
· Familiarity with blueprints, construction documentation, and AutoCad
· Knowledge of BCSI Standards.
· Construction or related field experience.is a plus, though not required:
· Knowledge of cabling structures including fiber optic, copper, and coaxial.
2. Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Identify all key responsibilities (maximum of 5) required of the job in 3-4 sentences and indicate the typical amount of time required for each responsibility. Total percentage of time must equal to 100%.
Responsibility
Percent of Time
Project Leadership & Execution
· Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple large and complex IT projects across departments, ensuring alignment with university priorities and strategies.
· Develop and manage detailed project plans, milestones, scope statements, budgets, timelines, and resource allocations.
· Ensure project deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and on budget while maintaining high quality standards.
· Conduct risk assessments and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
· Monitor project activities, ensuring the currency, quality, and integrity of information, while providing consistency in content.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
· Serve as the liaison between technical teams, business units, and executive sponsors.
· Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
· Facilitate effective communication across cross-functional teams to ensure shared understanding of objectives, progress, and changes.
· Present project updates, risks, and performance metrics to governance groups and leadership.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
· Provide direction and support to cross-functional project teams, including internal staff and external vendors.
· Establish clear goals and responsibilities and promote accountability across team members.
· Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, ownership, and problem-solving.
Monitoring, Reporting & Financial Oversight
· Track and report on project progress, milestones, risks, issues, and financials.
· Develop and publish status reports, prepare and modify schedules or plans as required.
· Ensure post-project evaluation, lessons learned, and knowledge documentation.
· Manage project budgets responsibly, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure financial accountability.
30%
Management and coordination of Infrastructure Initiatives and Vendors
· Appoint and manage vendor/subcontractor projects such as installation and servicing cable (copper, coaxial, fiber-optic), optical, telecommunications and T1 networks as well as enterprise-wide, student residential and cabling networks such as NUnet, ResNet and HuskyCable.
· Review job reports constantly to track labor, material, and over-all job progress and status.
· Ensure quality of inventory and timely procurement and delivery of materials to jobsite.
· Coordinate installations of new networks and extensions of current network.
· Facilitate construction related technology relocation activities with external vendors, IS Customer Services and Northeastern departmental customer contact.
· Keep appropriate individuals informed of all installation and/or troubleshooting activities.
60% of total time