IT Project Manager (Cutover) - Only USC/GCH

HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm seeks a Cutover Coordinator to support a significant transition to a new Time Tracking and Absence system. This role requires close collaboration with project managers and cross-functional teams to ensure effective cutover planning, deployment, and risk management throughout the implementation phases.

The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a remote environment aligned with CST hours.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of IT project experience.
• Experience with Data validation and migration.
• Experience with System integrations.
• Experience with Cutover planning and execution.
• Experience with Cross‑functional stakeholder coordination.
• Experience with Remote work environment with CST schedule alignment.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, execution, and monitoring of project cutover and deployment activities.
• Develop detailed transition schedules and step‑by‑step cutover checklists.
• Coordinate with technical, functional, training, and change management teams.
• Track project activities, maintain documentation, and manage communication with stakeholders.
• Identify dependencies, mitigate risks, and escalate issues when needed.
• Verify data migration integrity and support business readiness/Go‑No‑Go activities.
• Provide status updates on progress, timelines, and risks to leadership.

Skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Experience with project management tools and software

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross‑functional teams

Ability to perform effectively under tight timelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Project management software

Collaboration tools

Job description

Location: Remote (USA – must work CST hours)

Duration: Approximately 5 months

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
• Occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends based on project needs

Job Summary

Seeking a Cutover Coordinator to support a large-scale transition to a new Time Tracking and Absence system. This role will partner closely with project managers and cross‑functional teams to coordinate cutover planning, deployment activities, risk management, and go‑live support throughout multiple implementation phases.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, execution, and monitoring of project cutover and deployment activities
• Develop detailed transition schedules and step‑by‑step cutover checklists
• Coordinate with technical, functional, training, and change management teams
• Track project activities, maintain documentation, and manage communication with stakeholders
• Identify dependencies, mitigate risks, and escalate issues when needed
• Verify data migration integrity and support business readiness/Go‑No‑Go activities
• Provide status updates on progress, timelines, and risks to leadershipMonitor system stabilization and support transition to production support teams

Required Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Experience with project management tools and software
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross‑functional teams
• Ability to perform effectively under tight timelines

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• 3+ years of IT project experience
• Experience with:
  • Data validation and migration
  • System integrations
  • Cutover planning and execution
  • Cross‑functional stakeholder coordination
  • Project management software and collaboration tools
  • Remote work environment with CST schedule alignment