Sr. Infrastructure Project Manager

Contemporaries, Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Contemporaries, Inc. in Boston seeks a Senior Infrastructure Project Manager to drive delivery of large IT projects. The role leads cross‑functional teams, aligns initiatives to business value, and manages scope, schedule, and budget with a focus on strategic outcomes.

The candidate will need a strong background in enterprise IT programs, vendor management, and data‑driven decision making. This is a hybrid role with on‑site work at the Boston office four days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Admin or related field.
• PM training or certification preferred (PMP, Agile, PRINCE2).
• 8–10 years of progressive IT project management experience in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and delivery of large IT projects across departments within budget and schedule.
• Develop detailed plans, milestones, budgets and resource allocations; ensure quality.
• Engage stakeholders, present updates and drive decisions with governance groups.
• Manage cross-functional teams and external vendors for successful outcomes.
• Track progress, risks, issues, and financials; ensure post-project lessons learned.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Data-driven decision making

Risk management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IS/Business/related

PM certification (PMP/Agile/PRINCE2)

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

ServiceNow

Jira

Job description

Our client, a university based in Boston, needs a highly experienced and motivated individual to join their IT services team as a long-term (12 months)Senior 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 theBoston officefour days per week.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s or a 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 yearsof 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 of7-9 yearsof 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.
• Experience developing and implementing Device Lifecycle Management policies and programs, including standardizing device fleets, improving asset visibility and inventory tracking, and planning replacement/maintenance budgets across a large, distributed organization.
• Knowledge of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, including planning and managing multi‑year battery replacement programs across a large building portfolio to prevent unexpected power‑related outages.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

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.

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 the school’s departmental customer contact.
• Keep appropriate individuals informed of all installation and/or troubleshooting activities.

Financial Measures

• Responsible for managing and reporting on project budgets, ensuring financial discipline, and identifying opportunities for cost optimization without compromising project goals.