IT Project Manager - Communications

IT Project Manager - Communications

Location: San Antonio, Texas (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Communications Engineering Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale communications infrastructure projects. This contract role will focus on managing the design, implementation, and integration of communications systems, including a major hardware replacement program. The ideal candidate will have strong technical experience in communications, demonstrate exceptional execution and organizational skills, and communicate effectively with executive stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and oversee communications engineering projects from initiation to closeout, including a large-scale communications shelter hardware replacement.
• Manage project financials, timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery and provide monthly status reports to leadership.
• Coordinate with internal teams, engineering, operations, IT, and external vendors to meet technical and operational goals.

* Supervise the deployment of communications systems such as SCADA, fiber optics, microwave, and radio networks.

• Serve as the primary liaison between engineering, operations, and IT, facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop solutions for business issues, create business cases, and assist with the RFP process using a waterfall methodology.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure adherence to safety, compliance, and quality standards.
• Interface with senior management to gain necessary approvals and manage risk in accordance with corporate governance.

Required Qualifications

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience managing communications or utility infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing complex projects and assignments with minimum supervision.
• Proven ability to determine a project schedule's critical paths and float.
• Background in telecommunications, communications systems, or network infrastructure.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of utility-grade communications systems, digital technologies, and IT infrastructure.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Experience with project management methodologies, practices, and procedures.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.
• Experience working with public utilities or municipal energy providers.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems, network architecture, and field communications.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance in the energy sector.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.


Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.