IT Project Lead - Infrastructure

## IT Project Lead - Infrastructure Apply locations:
Plymouth, MItime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R-28031
** JOB DESCRIPTION
** An IT Infrastructure Senior Project Lead is responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of major infrastructure projects, such as network upgrades, cloud migrations, and data center installations. The role balances hands-on technical oversight with strong project management and leadership skills, working with all participating teams ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
** Responsibilities:
**** Project planning and management
*** Lead the planning and implementation of IT infrastructure projects from initiation to closure.
* Work with infrastructure leaders to define project scope, goals, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with business stakeholders and technical teams.
* Create and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
* Identify, track, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, developing mitigation strategies to ensure successful project completion.
* Ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate, and properly maintained.
** Team leadership and coordination
*** Lead, mentor, and motivate cross-functional project teams, including internal staff and third-party vendors.
* Coordinate internal and external resources to execute tasks and milestones effectively.
* Facilitate project meetings, provide clear direction, and ensure team alignment with project goals.
* Mediate and resolve conflicts among team members or stakeholders to keep the project on track.
** Communication and stakeholder management
*** Act as the primary point of contact for project communication, providing regular status updates to stakeholders and senior leadership.
* Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure their requirements are understood and met.
* Translate complex technical concepts and project updates for non-technical audiences.
* Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with all parties involved in the project.
** Technical oversight
*** Oversee the design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of IT systems, including servers, networks, storage, and cloud environments.
* Ensure that project deliverables align with the organization's technical standards and strategic objectives.
* Provide technical guidance to the project team and participate in complex troubleshooting when needed.
* Stay informed of emerging technologies and industry best practices to improve infrastructure projects.
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* Qualifications:

**** Education and experience
*** Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
* 6+ years of experience in IT infrastructure management, with a proven track record of successfully leading projects.
* Experience with a variety of infrastructure technologies, such as on-premise servers, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), networking equipment, and security devices.
* Proven ability to manage complex, deadline-driven projects in a fast-paced environment.
** Certifications**
* ** PMP (Project Management Professional):
** Highly preferred or required by some employers.
* ** ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library):
** Certification in IT service management is often desired.
* ** Agile or Scrum certifications:
** Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall project management methodologies is common.
** Skills and competencies**
* ** Leadership and team management:
** Strong ability to motivate, guide, and lead a diverse team.
* ** Communication:
** Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills to effectively interact with technical teams, management, and vendors.
* ** Problem-solving:
** Aptitude for identifying and resolving complex technical and logistical issues.
* ** Organizational skills:
** Strong time-management and prioritization skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
* ** Budget management:
** Experience with managing project budgets and optimizing resource allocation.
* ** Technical knowledge:
** Broad understanding of networking, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and server/storage management.
** PRIMARY LOCATION
** Central Tech Unit Plymouth MI### About UsAdient (NYSE: ADNT) is a global leader in automotive seating. With more than 65,000 employees in 29 countries, Adient operates ~200 manufacturing/assembly plants worldwide. We produce and deliver automotive seating for all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat-making process. We take our products from research and design to engineering and manufacturing — and into millions of vehicles every year.

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