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Sr. Infrastructure Project Manager

Connexion Systems + Engineering

Boston, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70–$85 Per Hour
LOCATION
Boston, MA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Job Title: Sr. Infrastructure Project Manager 

Pay Rate: $70-85/hr.
Location: Boston MA 
Duration: 12 months

Overview:
The Division of Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking a highly experienced and motivated individual to join our team as an SR. Infrastructure Project Manager. This role is responsible for driving the successful delivery of large-scale, complex IT projects and programs that support 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 the Boston office four days per week.
Qualifications (Education & Experience):
  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Project management training/certification preferred (e.g., PMP, Agile, PRINCE2)
  • 8–10 years of 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 of 5 years of 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.
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 (30%)
  • 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 (60%)
  • 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 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.
  • Keep appropriate individuals informed of all installation and/or troubleshooting activities.

About the Company

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Connexion Systems + Engineering

Connexion is an award-winning professional staffing firm that strives to be the unrivaled staffing solution for job seekers by expertly connecting talent with opportunity.  Over the last 20 years Connexion has built the most admired team of staffing experts in the industry.  We give back, change lives and offer unconditional support to the candidates we represent.

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COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1999
WEBSITE
https://www.csetalent.com/

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