Deployment Infrastructure Project Manager

CGI Group Inc.•Lafayette, LA

54d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Deployment Infrastructure Project Manager to join our CGI team in support of a large Global Managed Services project! You will be responsible for multiple infrastructure deployment and data center integration projects ranging in size and complexity. The primary role involves managing project schedules, ensuring quality standards are met, and overseeing the fulfillment of contracted deliverables. This opportunity requires a hands-on individual that possesses a unique blend of business and technical leadership skills, as well as proficiency in relationship and stakeholder management. Responsible for evaluating the customer-specific Solution, overseeing its deployment, and proactively addressing any issues that may arise during the process. This career opportunity can be performed in our CGI office located in Dallas, TX. Also, Knoxville, TN (preference) or any of our other onshore delivery centers to include Lafayette, LA; Troy, AL; Mobile, AL; Belton, TX; Lebanon, VA; Wausau, WI. However, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of Deployment Infrastructure Project Manager experience
PMP preferred
Proficient in effectively managing the delivery of multiple projects of varying sizes and complexities through practical experience
Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration and motivate team members within a dynamic team setting
Proven skills in building and managing relationships with stakeholders
Proficiency in the areas of systems, storage, and data management
Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Project with additional knowledge of Smartsheet considered advantageous
Exceptional organizational skills, capable of prioritizing tasks, and managing time effectively at a high level
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Expected to attend client meetings (i.e. - taking meeting notes, completing action item tasks, etc.)
Availability for occasional night and weekend work may be required

Nice To Haves

Ability to manage multiple deployments at the same time
Team collaboration and management skills

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Deal Management Team/Sale Team to ensure a smooth handover of deployment projects
Develop comprehensive Project Management documents to effectively manage deployment projects
Engage with customers, both technical and non-technical, to successfully execute deployment activities
Oversee project to ensure timely delivery, adherence to quality standards, and contractual obligations. This includes planning, scheduling, milestone review, execution, implementation, and solution activation
Identify opportunities and strategies to optimize deployment for the customer
Identify, utilize, and coordinate key resources required to achieve deployment project goals
Facilitate weekly updates and status meetings with project team and customers
Monitor and communicate risks and issues, driving their resolution to ensure seamless deployment projects
Conduct project reviews for management and customers, delivering status reports, dashboards, and presentations as required
Collaborate with various stakeholders, both internal and external, such as customer, suppliers, technical and non-technical teams
Prompt updating and distribution of reports, dashboards, and responses to customers and suppliers
Actively participate in discussions with the Deployment Team, Operations Team and other stakeholders providing feedback on process improvements, issues, delays and concerns

Benefits

Competitive compensation including profit participation program
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Matching contributions through 401(k) plan, and CGI share purchase plan
Flexibility and paid accrued vacation leave, ranging from 10 to 20 days per year, based on job level, years of relevant prior experience, and years of service
10 paid holidays per year
At least 80 consecutive hours of paid sick/safe leave (except where applicable state/local law requires more)
Paid parental leave, ranging from 20 to 70 consecutive business days based on circumstances of leave and applicable laws
Bereavement leave, ranging from 1 to 7 days per year based on relationship.
Paid jury duty leave, up to time summoned
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Wellness and Well-being programs