Astreya Hiring for IT Network Deployment Project/Program Manager – Client Onsite Job at Fremont, CA Full Time

The IT Network Deployment Project/Program Manager role is responsible for Infrastructure E2E project delivery, including planning, XFN internal & external coordination on all aspects of internal information, system-specific projects from initiation to delivery. The role oversees work performed by IT staff and internal customers/partners by defining project requirements, performing feasibility and needs/impact assessments. The role develops detailed project plans, owns and manages all implementation processes including resource allocation, progress tracking, proactively monitoring change and risk control process, testing, documentation, training, service quality and on-time delivery within budget/resource constraints. Projects may vary in number, size and complexity.

Scope:

• Applies company policies and procedures, identify and resolve routine issues
• Owns and accountable for assigned program/project E2E quality & on-time delivery.
• Receives and performs assigned program/project scope of work/stakeholder requirements, and management assignments.
• Ensure the project delivery meets the metrics and clients’ expectations.
• Collaborate and mentor the assigned program/project coordinator(s).
• Assist manager on cross region/program/project quality improvement program & assignments.

Responsibilities:

• Optical connects one hub to another, connecting various sites, various data connection sites.
• Manage all phases of the technical project execution from design through delivery; ensuring scope, schedule and budget are adhered to
• Lead cross-functional teams in the end-to-end delivery of projects and programs within allotted timeline
• Develop project and resource plans, coordinate all tasks through delivery
• Communicate internally and externally; lead daily meetings, deliver status reports, identify, and manage change requests
• Responsible for helping to create and review SOW, documenting technical requirements, internal/external project kickoff, project monitoring & control; risk and resource management
• Advise clients and management of any delays or budget changes and provide resolutions or alternate actions as required
• Active risk management, identify potential areas of challenge and developing/maintaining contingency plans
• Responsible for the budget and resources estimation across multiple entities, forecasts and actuals incurred
• Conducts project/program meetings with appropriate agendas and minutes
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and reviews project/programs deliverables
• Proactively build relationships with our customer and users through direct collaboration.
• Responsible for managing/tracking program & project milestones, timeline, and overall deliverables.
• Clearly communicate the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Drive project lifecycle milestones from concept commit through project closure and advocate change management.
• Use metrics and KPIs to measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, and provide regular status updates and proactively provide risk projection which may impact the successful delivery of the project to stakeholders and management..
• Assist management to identify and provide solution inputs for internal process improvements; remove gaps, across regions, multiple teams and functions.
• Be a point of contact for vendor partners, direct internal stakeholders, and escalate the issues and risks for assigned program/projects to management.
• Drive and report the evaluation of post project results against metrics; recommend or implement changes to improve delivery practices/processes.
• Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position.

Location: Currently remote but will return to onsite. Applicant must be in a commutable location to Fremont, CA.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In order to protect the health and safety of all onsite employees, proof of full vaccination is required.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years’ experience with infrastructure project or program management, scheduling software and other tools for tracking, reporting, and analyzing progress
• 3 years’ related experience in the tech industry
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  Successful proven track record in network deployment project delivery.
• Experience managing, deploying optical & IP network infrastructure. (Ciena, Infinera, Cisco, Juniper, etc..)
• Managing build outs of leased space datacenter/colocation cages and facilities.
• Technical understanding of data center and colocation facility infrastructure.
• Knowledge of fiber/copper circuits, ordering process, and installation from telecom carriers.
• Technical understanding of optical and & IP networking infrastructure.
• Understanding of technical documents such as network, electrical, cabling, cage diagrams, scope of work, port maps, etc.
• Understanding of data center and colocation facility cable management, and electrical requirements.
• Proven ability to build and maintain upstream and downstream stakeholders engagement and relationships.
• Expertise to manage multiple projects in parallel operating in various phases of execution.
• Significant experience in information technologies and operations
• Experience and understanding of one or more different agile and delivery methodologies, including Scrum, Lean, or SAFe.
• XFN – Effectiveness in working across teams (internal & external) to define and manage work activities
• Follows standard practice and procedures when analyzing situations or data analytics.
• Understanding of project management teams, resolving conflict, and meeting schedule timelines
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to provide project status to various levels of management both internal and externally
• Self-starter who is able to quickly learn and adapt new tools, new processes, and technologies with minimal assistance
• Familiarity with creating spreadsheets, presentation material, and project/process documentation
• Strong observational and analytical skills, including: ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information, strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to track and report metrics, and manage risks
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and communicate project updates to client executives.
• Customer first, problem solver, project ownership, and positive impact mindset individual contributor.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 
  Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Technical certifications from Ciena, Infinera, Cisco, Juniper

Physical Demand & Work Environment:

• Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing
• Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment
• Must be able to use a computer
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively
• Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

What can Astreya offer you?

• Employment in the fast-growing IT space providing you with a variety of career options
• Opportunity to work with some of the biggest firms in the world as part of the Astreya delivery network
• Introduction to new ways of working and awesome technologies
• Career paths to help you establish where you want to go
• Focus on internal promotion and internal mobility – we love to build teams from within
• Free 24/7 accessible Professional Development through LinkedIn Learning and other online courses to give you opportunities to upskill at your own pace
• Education Assistance
• Dedicated management to provide you with on point leadership and care
• Numerous on the job perks
• Market competitive compensation and insurance, health and wellness benefits

Additional Information

Astreya Partners is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. We evaluate qualified applicants on merit and business needs and not on race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other factor protected by law.

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