Infra / Data Center Project Manager (PM)

Blockchain Technologies. LLC; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking an experienced Infrastructure / Data Center Project Manager to lead mission-critical infrastructure initiatives. The ideal candidate is a PMI-certified professional with a strong track record in managing complex data center projects, overseeing budgets, vendor relations, and ensuring adherence to data center standards. This role requires 10+ years of project management experience and a solid technical understanding of infrastructure components. The position offers a hybrid work setup in Illinois.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of PMI-certified project management experience.
• 12+ years managing large-scale infrastructure/data center projects.
• Strong technical understanding of servers, storage, networking, cabling, power, and cooling.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain comprehensive project plans.
• Oversee infrastructure and data center initiatives.
• Track and report milestones, risks, and dependencies.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Budget management

Vendor management

Communication skills

Cross-functional team management

Education

PMI certification (PMP)

PgMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Location:

Hybrid, IL

Duration:

12Months+ Extension

Hourly Rate:

Depending on Experience (DOE)

Work Authorization:

We’re seeking an experienced Infrastructure / Data Center Project Manager to lead and deliver mission-critical infrastructure initiatives for our client. The ideal candidate is a PMI-certified professional (PMP) with a proven track record in managing complex, end-to-end data center projects — from new builds and hardware upgrades to migrations and consolidations.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, execute, and maintain comprehensive project plans (WBS, schedules, risk tracking, etc.).

Oversee infrastructure and data center initiatives — new builds, expansions, upgrades, and migrations.

Coordinate across security, network, storage, and application workstreams.

Manage vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of hardware, cabling, and configuration.

Track and report milestones, risks, and dependencies through regular executive updates.

Ensure adherence to data center standards, operational policies, and security guidelines.

Oversee budgets, resources, and vendor deliverables to maintain cost and schedule control.

Conduct post-implementation reviews and ensure seamless transition to operations.

Required Skills & Experience:

10+ years of PMI-certified project management experience.

12+ years managing large-scale infrastructure / data center projects.

Strong technical understanding of servers, storage, networking, cabling, power, and cooling.

Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.

Experience managing cross-functional teams and vendors.

Strong risk, budget, and dependency management skills.

Proficiency with MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar PM tools.

Certifications Required:

PMP (Project Management Professional) and PgMP

BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGIES LLC is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans, (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGIES LLC will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGIES LLC require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract