Project & Program Management III

Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead and deliver complex IT projects with a focus on network infrastructure, data center technologies, and iterative deployment methodologies. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in managing projects involving microwave networks, common facilities, network infrastructure, compute, storage, and associated tools. With a strong understanding of both waterfall and agile project management frameworks, the successful candidate will effectively drive project execution while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Oversee projects related to network infrastructure (microwave, common facilities, and general network upgrades) and data center operations (compute, storage, and associated tools).

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.

• Implement deployment strategies using an iterative approach to ensure smooth transitions and minimize disruptions.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including technical staff, vendors, and stakeholders, to ensure project success.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications, updates, and reporting.

• Monitor and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating as necessary to ensure successful outcomes.

• Drive adoption of best practices in project management methodologies, balancing waterfall and agile approaches based on project needs.

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior project managers and team members.

• Conduct regular site visits across utility and infrastructure locations to assess project needs, validate field conditions, and ensure alignment between design requirements and actual site constraints. This role requires driving to job sites as part of normal project duties.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing complex IT projects.

• Demonstrated expertise in network infrastructure (microwave, common facility, and general network solutions) and data center technologies (compute, storage, and tools).

• Strong knowledge of both waterfall and agile project management methodologies.

• Proven ability to lead iterative deployment strategies and manage multiple phases of project delivery.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in utility or energy sector projects.

• Experience with Planisware

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

• Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, SAFe).

Salary Range

• Please note that the salary information provided herein is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives - none of which are guaranteed, may be subject to specific eligibility requirements, and are wholly within the discretion of Astreya to remit.
• Further, the salary information noted above is a range that consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay for this specific position. Where an applicant or employee is placed on this range will depend and be contingent on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, preferred qualifications, among other factors.

Astreya offers comprehensive benefits to all Regular, Full-Time Employees, including:

• Medical provided through UHC (PPO, HSA, Surest options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only

• Dental provided through UHC

• Nationwide Vision provided by UHC

• Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care

• Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)

• Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera

• Corporate Wellness Program provided by Goomi Group

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Days

  401k Plan

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)

• Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)

• Paid Holidays

• Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other ancillary benefits required under state and federal law