Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Client:
Fiserv
Project:
Brookfield Data Center Migration

Job Title:

Senior Project Manager

Position Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Senior project Manager with extensive experience in datacenter migration to lead our infrastructure projects and ensure seamless transition and optimization of services. In this role, you will oversee large-scale datacenter migrations, work closely with cross‑functional teams, and manage the entire infrastructure lifecycle. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in datacenter technologies, strong project management skills, and a track record of successful datacenter migrations.

• Lead and manage end-to-end datacenter migration projects, ensuring timely execution, risk mitigation, and minimal disruption to business operations.
• Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of infrastructure solutions in line with organizational goals and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including application, networking, and security teams, to define migration requirements and align on execution strategies.
• Evaluate, select, and implement tools and methodologies for a seamless migration process.
• Identify potential risks and establish risk mitigation strategies, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Drive technical troubleshooting during migrations, working closely with internal teams and vendors to resolve complex issues.
• Lead a team of infrastructure engineers, providing guidance, mentoring, and technical expertise.
• Develop and maintain detailed project documentation, including migration strategies, risk assessments, and post‑migration performance reports.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure clear communication and status updates, providing visibility into progress and challenges.
• Establish and monitor performance metrics to ensure that post‑migration systems meet operational standards and are optimized for efficiency.

• Proven experience in leading large-scale datacenter migration projects with a strong understanding of migration methodologies and best practices.
• Extensive knowledge of datacenter infrastructure, including compute, storage, networking, and virtualization technologies.
• Proficiency with cloud environments and hybrid datacenter models, including experience in migrating to cloud or hybrid solutions.
• Strong project management skills with experience in Agile and Waterfall methodologies; PMP or similar certification is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and experience with risk management and mitigation in complex environments.
• Familiarity with infrastructure automation and monitoring tools, as well as disaster recovery planning.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to lead teams and effectively communicate with executive stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
• 12+ years of experience in IT infrastructure management, with a focus on datacenter migrations.
• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, VMware) are preferred.