Project Manager, IT Project Manager

Infrastructure Project Manager

* Location:

* Orange County, CA (Hybrid/Onsite - depending on business needs)

* Employment Type:

* Full-Time
About the Role We're seeking an experienced
* Infrastructure Project Manager
* to lead complex, enterprise-scale infrastructure initiatives from concept through delivery. This role is ideal for a driven project leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, excels at cross-functional collaboration, and has a proven ability to deliver high-impact technology projects on time and within budget.
You will partner closely with internal stakeholders, technical teams, and external vendors to ensure seamless execution of infrastructure projects that support business growth, operational efficiency, and long-term scalability.
What You'll Do As an Infrastructure Project Manager, you will own the full project lifecycle and apply industry-standard project management practices to ensure successful outcomes.
Project Leadership & Integration

* Develop and maintain
* Project Charters
* and
* Project Management Plans
* * Direct and manage project execution across multiple teams

* Monitor and control project work, timelines, and deliverables

* Manage integrated change control and ensure alignment with business objectives

* Successfully close projects and project phases with documented outcomes
Scope, Risk & Issue Management

* Partner with business and technical stakeholders to gather and refine requirements

* Define and control project scope to prevent scope creep

* Build and manage detailed
* Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
* using MS Project

* Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and issues

* Proactively manage dependencies and escalation paths
Schedule & Cost Management

* Define activities, dependencies, and milestones

* Estimate resource needs and activity durations

* Develop, maintain, and optimize project schedules

* Estimate, manage, and control project budgets

* Track costs and ensure financial accountability
Resource & Team Management

* Develop resource and staffing plans

* Coordinate and onboard project team members

* Motivate, guide, and manage cross-functional project teams

* Foster collaboration and accountability across technical and non-technical groups
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

* Identify project sponsors and key stakeholders

* Develop and execute comprehensive communication plans

* Lead project status meetings and executive readouts

* Provide clear, concise reporting on project progress, risks, and performance

* Manage stakeholder expectations with transparency and professionalism
Procurement & Vendor Management

* Support procurement planning and vendor selection

* Coordinate and administer vendor engagements

* Ensure contract compliance and manage deliverables

* Close procurement activities effectively
What We're Looking For Required Skills & Experience

* Proven experience managing
* infrastructure or IT projects
* end-to-end

* Strong knowledge of
* project management methodologies* (PMBOK-based practices preferred)

* Expertise in
* planning, execution, and implementation
* * Demonstrated strength in
* communication, risk management, and stakeholder management
* * Hands-on experience with
* MS Project
* or similar project management tools

* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex, matrixed environment

Preferred Qualifications

* PMP or similar project management certification

* Experience working with distributed teams and external vendors

* Experience with enterprise infrastructure, data centers, networks, or cloud environments
Why Join Us?

* Work on
* high-visibility, enterprise-level infrastructure initiatives
* * Collaborate with talented professionals in a growing, technology-driven organization

* Opportunity to influence strategy, process improvement, and delivery excellence

* Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

* A culture that values innovation, accountability, and professional growth
Ready to Make an Impact? If you're a results-driven Infrastructure Project Manager who enjoys leading complex initiatives and turning strategy into execution, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of enterprise technology

* Job Type & Location
* This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fountain Valley, CA.

* Pay and Benefits
* The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

* Medical, dental & vision

* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

* Short and long-term disability

* Health Spending Account (HSA)

* Transportation benefits

* Employee Assistance Program

* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

* Workplace…