IT Project Manager

IT Infrastructure Project Manager

This role involves managing enterprise-level IT infrastructure projects, with a focus on disaster recovery, business continuity, and operational readiness. The position requires coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure the successful planning, execution, and reporting of complex technical initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring structured project management expertise to support continuous improvement of the organization's resiliency programs.

Lead technical projects from initiation through implementation, including requirements gathering, design, testing, and go-live activities.

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, monitor progress, and adjust resources and priorities to meet objectives.

Coordinate across infrastructure teams managing servers, databases, virtualization, and network operations to ensure project alignment.

Support governance and process development, including standards, checklists, and controls within project execution.

Facilitate disaster recovery testing, certification tracking, and the development of recovery playbooks in collaboration with application owners and technical teams.

Monitor project risks, dependencies, and budgets, providing mitigation strategies and contingency plans.

Maintain stakeholder communication through dashboards, metrics, and regular status reporting for executive visibility.

Foster collaboration across IT, security, architecture, and business units to ensure seamless project delivery.

Drive continuous improvement of project management methodologies and reporting processes.

Capture lessons learned and promote automation efforts within the disaster recovery and business continuity programs.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, CIS, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Minimum of 7 years managing multiple, complex IT projects.

Proven success leading cross-functional teams and coordinating infrastructure projects (servers, databases, virtualization, networks).

Strong governance, process development, and stakeholder management skills.

Experience with disaster recovery testing, business continuity planning, and infrastructure operational readiness.

Proficient in project management tools such as MS Project, Azure DevOps, and Visio.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational abilities.

Familiarity with Waterfall and Agile methodologies.

Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing shifting priorities.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and be available for full-time employment in Houston, TX.

Publishing Pay Range: $90.00 – $95.00 hourly

This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline – it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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