Dover, DE - IT - DTI - Technology Office - Senior Project Management Specialist

Title:

Senior Project Management Specialist 2

Bill Rate: ***

Primarily remote but may need some onsite which is a TBD. (Local Only)

Interview will be done virtually.

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale, enterprise-level IT initiatives across infrastructure, cloud transformation, and containerized platforms. This role will be responsible for managing complex, cross-functional programs including Kubernetes and container environments and deployments, major infrastructure modernization efforts, and migration of servers and backup systems to cloud-hosted environments.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep technical fluency, strong executive presence, and a proven track record of delivering high-impact IT projects on time and within budget in large enterprise environments.

• Lead end-to-end delivery of major enterprise IT projects, from initiation through closure.
• Manage Kubernetes and containerization initiatives, including platform deployment, modernization, and operational transitions.
• Oversee large-scale infrastructure projects including data center upgrades, network modernization, virtualization, storage, and backup transformations.
• Direct migration of on-premises servers and backup systems to cloud-hosted platforms (e.g., Azure).
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, risk logs, and status reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including infrastructure, security, Dev Ops, application teams, vendors, and business stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security standards, and compliance requirements.
• Identify risks, dependencies, and resource constraints; implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service delivery performance.
• Provide executive-level reporting and communicate project health, milestones, and impacts.
• Drive adoption of project management best practices and continuous improvement.

• 8+ years of progressive project management experience leading enterprise IT initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience managing Kubernetes and container platform implementations (e.g., Open Shift, EKS, AKS, GKE).
• Proven track record delivering large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience leading server migrations and enterprise backup solutions to cloud-hosted systems.
• Strong understanding of hybrid cloud architectures and infrastructure modernization.
• Experience managing budgets, resource allocation, and vendor contracts.
• Exceptional stakeholder communication and executive presentation skills.

• PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field.
• Experience in regulated or government environments.
• Familiarity with ITIL, Agile, and hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Dev Ops practices, and automation tools.
• Experience with enterprise backup platforms and disaster recovery planning.
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Proficient in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Planview, or similar.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
• High-level organizational and leadership skills
• Strong risk management and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to lead technical teams without direct authority
• Skilled at managing competing priorities in fast-paced environments