Technical Project Manager (Network Infrastructure)
Hiring: Technical Project Manager (Network Infrastructure)Location: Washington, DC (Remote)Job Type: Long-Term ContractAbout the RoleWe are seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager to lead complex, high-availability network infrastructure programs. This role will drive end-to-end delivery of critical initiatives, ensuring seamless execution across IP networking, optical transport, and data center connectivity.You will work closely with network architects, engineers, and cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and aligned with enterprise architecture standards.Key ResponsibilitiesLead full lifecycle delivery of network infrastructure projects (initiation → implementation)Manage IP networking (routing/switching), optical transport, and data center connectivity initiativesIdentify risks (technical blockers, hardware delays, dependencies) and implement mitigation strategiesTranslate complex technical requirements into structured project plans, milestones, and deliverablesEnsure compliance with change management, configuration management, and network security protocolsCoordinate with vendors and internal teams for site surveys, installations, and optical turn-upsDrive budget forecasting, resource allocation, and schedule re-baseliningProvide executive-level reporting on KPIs, risks, and project statusRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field10+ years of experience in technical program/project managementStrong experience managing network infrastructure projectsHands-on experience with Agile methodologiesProven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersExperience managing cross-functional teams (architects, engineers, SMEs)Expertise in tools: Jira, MS Project, ServiceNow, VisioPMP Certification (mandatory)Preferred QualificationsITIL v4 CertificationScrum / Product Owner or other Agile certificationsExposure to:Network monitoring toolsFirewall configurationSDN / Cloud integration