Project Manager III

Location: Maryland Heights

Kforce's client is seeking a senior-level Project Manager to lead complex infrastructure-focused initiatives within a large enterprise environment. This role supports engineering-driven projects and is responsible for driving execution, governance, and delivery across multiple stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead end-to-end delivery of complex infrastructure and technical projects in a structured (waterfall) environment

* Manage project intake, planning, execution, and release coordination

* Drive core project management functions including risk tracking, issue management, lessons learned, and RACI documentation

* Coordinate across engineering, infrastructure, and operations teams to ensure alignment and progress

* Manage high-volume ticket-driven workflows and prioritize competing demands

* Facilitate communication, remove blockers, and ensure timely delivery of milestones

* Support implementation of technical initiatives such as automation, tooling, and infrastructure upgrades
* PMP required

* Strong experience managing infrastructure, networking, data center, or security-related projects

* Proven experience in large enterprise environments

* Deep understanding of project management fundamentals and best practices

* Experience working in a waterfall delivery model

* Highly organized with strong attention to detail

* Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities

Additional Notes:

* This role supports projects owned by engineering teams (no full ownership of systems)

* Ideal candidates demonstrate long-term commitment in prior roles