Project Manager - Operations, Logistics and Change

Gdh Consulting, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Direct deposit

Wellbeats membership

Gym discount

Employee referral program

Work-life balance

Job summary

GDH is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead network and infrastructure initiatives, including vulnerability management and patching programs. You will oversee planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk assessment to ensure on-time delivery within scope and budget.

In this hybrid role, you will collaborate with engineering, security, operations, and change management teams, report to leadership, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships while driving continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• 7+ years IT project management experience in network or infrastructure.
• Experience delivering vulnerability management, patching, or lifecycle initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, ServiceNow).
• Relevant education or certifications; equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and RAID logs.
• Facilitate workshops with engineering, security, operations, and change management teams to define standards, SLAs, and processes.
• Track project dependencies, identify risks, and report status updates regularly to sponsors and leadership.
• Coordinate change windows, testing, and communication efforts across impacted teams and business units.
• Drive decision-making processes, manage project scope, and ensure deliverables meet acceptance criteria.
• Capture lessons learned and support a smooth transition of project outcomes to operations.
• Provide clear communication, documentation, and knowledge sharing with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and best practices in project execution.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities within project workflows and processes.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships and facilitate collaboration to meet project objectives.

Skills

IT project management

Vulnerability management

Patch management

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Risk assessment

Education

Relevant education / certifications

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Jira

ServiceNow

Job description

Role Summary

This role involves managing complex IT projects focused on network and infrastructure initiatives, including vulnerability management and patching programs. The position requires overseeing project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk assessment, ensuring successful delivery within scope, time, and budget constraints. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and leadership is essential to facilitate effective communication and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and RAID logs to monitor project progress and risks.
• Facilitate workshops with engineering, security, operations, and change management teams to define standards, SLAs, and processes.
• Track project dependencies, identify risks, and report status updates regularly to project sponsors and leadership.
• Coordinate change windows, testing, and communication efforts across impacted teams and business units.
• Drive decision-making processes, manage project scope, and ensure deliverables meet acceptance criteria.
• Capture lessons learned and support a smooth transition of project outcomes to operations.
• Provide clear communication, documentation, and knowledge sharing with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and best practices in project execution.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities within project workflows and processes.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships and facilitate collaboration to meet project objectives.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT project management experience supporting network or infrastructure programs.
• Demonstrated experience delivering vulnerability management, patching, or technology lifecycle initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management, facilitation, and executive communication skills.
• Proficiency with project management and workflow tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or ServiceNow.
• Relevant education, training, certifications, or equivalent practical experience.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Available to work during scheduled hours and coordinate across different time zones.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Publishing Pay Range: $72.00 - $76.50 Hourly

This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.

About GDH

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

• Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services.
• Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans.
• Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more!

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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