IT Infrastructure Project Manager

About the Opportunity

The Infrastructure Project Manager (IPM) is responsible for complete execution of all infrastructure projects from initiation to closure. This position will define initial project scope and resources both internal to NU and external vendor resources, milestones and deadlines in coordination with the functional areas, Information Services technical groups as well as external vendors. The IPM will develop and initiate request for proposals to vendors in a process oriented and repeatable environment working closely with technical colleagues. The IPM will manage all submitted vendor RFPs and award vendor contracts to ensure successful and quality implementation of network projects based on specific standards and best practices and design specifications. The IPM directs external vendors on execution of design specifications, implementation and successful deployment of AV, cabling and network technologies. This includes working internally with the facilities department, academic and administrative departments on renovations and new construction of network requirements. Also included would be technology refresh and implementation of new technologies. This individual will also educate external vendors on University standards, quality of service and best practices and documentation standards. This individual is responsible for multiple projects at any one given time.

To ensure that essential services are provided to the university community, the employee will be required to work outside regular working hours and on some university holidays.  

“Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position will not be sponsored for a work visa.”

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is preferred.

• Higher Education experience is a plus.

• Progressive work experience in network infrastructure, structured cable, with strong project management and troubleshooting; hands-on experience.

• Minimum of 5 years technical project management experience.

• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.

• Familiarity with blueprints, construction documentation and AutoCad/Bluebeam

• Proven ability to document.

• Attention to detail essential.

• Demonstrated ability to manage resources against priority projects, develop and manage project and implementation plans, and identify and fill resource gaps with internal and external resources.

• Comprehensive knowledge of BCSI Standards.

• Any combination of the following is a plus, though not required:

* Construction or related field experience.

* Extensive knowledge of cabling structures including fiber optic, copper, and coaxial.

* Manufacturer certified by Ortronics.

* Cable and or Systems experience with: CATV, CCTV, LAN, VOIP, and Audio Video.

* McCormick estimating system or similar system experience

* ITIL and PMP certifications

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Create, maintain and direct the tasks on the project plan for the implementation of infrastructure in and around buildings, classrooms, collaboration spaces, event spaces, and offices.

• Analyze project proposals to determine time frame, funding limitations and appropriate process for accomplishing projects.

• Identify and schedule project deliverables, milestones and required activities and tasks.

• Ensure project is delivered on-time and on-budget

• Present at Executive and Steering Committee meetings as needed.

• Read and understand documents for each assigned project including, but not limited to: project scopes of work, bid drawings and specifications, contract, subcontractor scopes of work, and construction schedules

• Obtain quotes from qualified subcontractors as necessary

• Facilitate internal project kick-off meetings that include key participants ITS and Facilities

• Point of contact for all internal and external project communication and documentation for the life of the project

• Understand AV,network and infrastructure footprint,  functionality and installation processes and techniques

• Provide leadership and motivation to project team members throughout the project life cycle, and confer with project staff to outline work plan.

• Establish work plan and staffing for project activities, iterations or phases, and arrange for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.

• Ensure project activities are completed on-time

• Implement project communication and training plan.

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