Azure Project Manager

NTT DATA, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 88,538 - 132,562; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending or health savings account

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability coverage

Paid time off

401(k) program with company match

Job summary

A leading cloud services company is seeking an Azure Project Manager in Richmond, Virginia to lead cloud transformation initiatives for enterprise clients. The role requires strong project management expertise and a deep understanding of Microsoft Azure technologies. Candidates must have over 5 years of IT project management experience, particularly in cloud or infrastructure projects. The position offers a competitive salary range of $88,538 - $132,562 and includes comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in IT, with focus on cloud or infrastructure projects.
• 3+ years of experience delivering Azure-based solutions or cloud migration programs.
• Experience managing distributed/global teams in a consulting or services environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of Azure cloud projects for clients across industries.
• Manage full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Drive cloud migration, application modernization, and infrastructure transformation initiatives on Azure.

Skills

Project management expertise

Understanding of Microsoft Azure technologies

Consulting mindset

Communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

MS Project

Job description

We are currently seeking an Azure Project Manager to join our team in Richmond, Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).

Job Summary

• NTT DATA is seeking a highly motivated Azure Project Manager to lead the delivery of cloud transformation and modernization initiatives for enterprise clients. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end Azure projects, driving business value through cloud adoption, and ensuring alignment with NTT DATA’s global delivery standards and client expectations.
• The ideal candidate will combine strong project management expertise with a solid understanding of Microsoft Azure technologies and a consulting mindset to deliver innovative, scalable, and secure cloud solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of Azure cloud projects for NTT DATA clients across various industries
• Manage full project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
• Partner with client stakeholders to define business requirements, project scope, and success criteria
• Coordinate global delivery teams, including architects, engineers, and offshore resources
• Drive cloud migration, application modernization, and infrastructure transformation initiatives on Azure
• Ensure adherence to NTT DATA delivery frameworks, governance standards, and quality benchmarks
• Manage project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies
• Provide executive-level reporting, including status updates, KPIs, and performance metrics
• Facilitate Agile, Scrum, or hybrid delivery methodologies based on client engagement needs
• Support pre-sales activities, including solution shaping, estimates, and client presentations
• Foster strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor throughout the engagement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business.
• 5+ years of project management experience in IT, with a focus on cloud or infrastructure projects
• 3+ years of experience delivering Azure-based solutions or cloud migration programs
• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure services, architecture, and best practices
• Experience managing distributed/global teams in a consulting or services environment
• Experience with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira, MS Project)

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification
• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-900, AZ-104, AZ-305)
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation practices
• Familiarity with cloud governance, security, and compliance frameworks
• Prior experience working in a systems integrator or IT consulting firm
• Exposure to multi-cloud environments (AWS, GCP) is a plus
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is $88,538 - $132,562. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401(k) program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

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