Project Manager

Project Manager (Contract)

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.

Summary:
This position offers an exciting opportunity to drive the successful deployment of critical network infrastructure projects within a large-scale enterprise environment. The successful candidate will oversee multiple concurrent infrastructure initiatives, ensuring that network hardware, telecommunications systems, and IT infrastructure deployments are executed efficiently and align with established technical standards. This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance technical expertise with strong project management capabilities to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget. The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, vendor partners, and stakeholders to define project scope, manage resources, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle. This is a hands-on role that demands flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to navigate complex technical environments while maintaining clear communication channels across all levels of the organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Schedule, coordinate, and deliver multiple infrastructure projects including networking, telecommunications, and IT infrastructure hardware deployments
• Engage with project requestors to define and agree on project scope, deliverables, and key milestones
• Develop, track, and manage project budgets, project plans, timelines, and scope throughout the project lifecycle
• Build comprehensive project plans that define requirements, constraints, and criteria needed to deliver successful outcomes
• Negotiate with stakeholders to establish work schedules and lock commitments into the project timeline
• Identify and manage project risks by proposing and implementing mitigation measures with stakeholder support
• Manage the procurement and ordering of all hardware and circuits required to address project requirements
• Establish and maintain project communication plans to keep project teams informed of progress and key updates
• Manage deadlines and coordinate individuals to maintain delivery schedules for global information technology projects
• Oversee IT project budgets and ensure cost-effective resource allocation
• Work with and manage internal business partners and approved third-party vendor relationships in the delivery of projects and services
• Identify technical and security concerns and collaborate with appropriate groups to report and resolve issues
• Execute project plans against deliverables and provide regular communication on key milestones
• Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses to stakeholders and decision-makers
• Ensure appropriate systems development and project management processes are being utilized
• Make presentations to steering committees and project sponsors as needed
• Define test plans and ensure that products are defect-free before User Acceptance Testing
• Facilitate the User Acceptance Testing process, developing rollout plans and procedures
• Lead teams in the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet business needs
• Procure project staff and provide coaching, motivation, and guidance to project resources

Requirements:

• 0-2 years of proven project management experience
• Experience managing IT infrastructure projects such as networking, telecommunications, or hardware deployments
• Experience working in large-scale enterprise environments
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing vendor relationships
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering, or related field required; MBA or other related advanced degree preferred
• Project management experience with demonstrated success in IT infrastructure projects
• IT networking fundamentals with strong familiarity with networking concepts, network hardware, and equipment functionality
• Experience with Azure DevOps high preferred.
  Layer 1 cabling and cable plant expertise with hands-on experience in wired and wireless data cabling and physical infrastructure standards
• Technical documentation and infrastructure interpretation skills, including the ability to read building floor plans, cable jack matrices, switch port mappings, and cable room layouts
• Familiarity with project management tools to create, submit, and track engineering requests
• People management and team building capabilities
• Flexibility and adaptability in exercising judgment in changing environments
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively
• Quick learning capability for business processes and systems
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with business partners at different levels within the organization
• Risk assessment abilities and application of management principles to technology applications and business functions
• Experience delivering technology and business application solutions in large-scale, multi-platform systems environments
• Budget management and cost control expertise
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Presentation skills for executive-level audiences

Additional Details:

• Location: Redmond, WA (Onsite)
• Duration: 5 months
• Pay Range*: $41 - $46.50 per hour
• Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
• Job Status: Non-Exempt
• Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.

This role is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com for other accommodation options.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.

Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.

*We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.