Technical Project Manager

Job Description

We are looking for a proactive project managers who takes end-to-end ownership of scope, timeline, predictive risk elimination, partner execution, and zero-defect maintenance window outcomes. The LCS PM partners directly with SDMs, PGMs, Architects, Consulting Engineers, Project Specialists, and third-party implementation vendors across Enterprise, Data Center Fabrics (ACI/Nexus), and Core/WAN domains.

Day to Day:

• Ingestion, Scoping & Baseline Planning: Ingest SOWs, WPAs, and HLDs to build comprehensive Project Management Plans (PMP) and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS). Defend baseline milestone schedules aligned with the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Proactive Risk & RAID Governance: Anticipate operational, technical, and logistical hurdles weeks prior to cutovers (lead times, code certs, credential access, change freeze windows). Maintain an actionable RAID log with named owners and hard deadlines. Translate technical risks into crisp business impact updates for client leadership.
• Pre-Execution Gating & Bridge Command: Enforce strict pre-flight gates (validated MOPs, cut-docs, peer reviews, lab simulations, CAB approvals). Orchestrate operational bridge logistics for major cutovers with firm go/no-go rollback checkpoints. Hold delivery partners strictly accountable to certified baselines. Milestone Acceptance & Revenue Enablement: Drive post-change verification, secure customer sign-off, and execute Milestone Completion Certificates (MCCs). Interlock with the Project Specialist (PS) for Oracle Projects/SDC revenue recognition and Smartsheet ledger accuracy.

Skills and Requirements

• 5–8+ years technical PM experience in enterprise IT/telecom infrastructure (financial services or highly regulated environments preferred). PMP strongly preferred. Strong background in Waterfall/Hybrid Agile, ITIL Change Management, and standard PM tooling (Smartsheet, Jira, ServiceNow).

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].