Data Center Project Manager

About the Opportunity

Our government technology client is seeking an experienced Data Center Project Manager to lead a large-scale infrastructure resiliency initiative focused on modernizing and securing critical technology operations. This multi-year effort centers on relocating essential compute, storage, and network infrastructure from aging facilities to a modern, resilient hosting environment designed to improve long-term reliability, security, and disaster recovery capabilities.
The ideal candidate will bring proven experience managing enterprise data center migration projects and the ability to coordinate technical teams, business stakeholders, executive leadership, and third-party vendors throughout the full project lifecycle.

Project Overview

This role will be responsible for overseeing a major infrastructure modernization project involving the relocation of mission-critical technology systems to a new hosting facility. The Project Manager will serve as the central point of coordination across infrastructure, networking, security, application support, and vendor teams to ensure successful planning, testing, migration, and operational readiness.
The project requires strong governance, risk management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills to support a seamless transition while minimizing operational disruption.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of a large-scale data center migration initiative
• Develop and maintain the master project schedule, work breakdown structure (WBS), project roadmap, and governance processes
• Manage project scope, timelines, risks, issues, dependencies, and budget considerations
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including infrastructure, networking, security, application support, and executive stakeholders
• Oversee facility readiness efforts including power, cooling, fire suppression, physical security, and operational requirements
• Coordinate network connectivity, telecommunications carrier integrations, and infrastructure cutover activities
• Manage structured infrastructure and application testing to ensure successful migration and operational stability
• Facilitate communication between leadership teams, technical teams, vendors, and business stakeholders
• Oversee vendor performance, deliverables, and compliance with project and security requirements
• Maintain project documentation and ensure knowledge transfer to internal teams following project completion
• Apply formal risk, issue, change management, and project governance methodologies

Project Initiatives & Impact

In this role, you will directly contribute to:

• Modernizing and strengthening critical technology infrastructure
• Reducing operational and environmental risks associated with legacy facilities
• Improving business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities
• Enhancing reliability and resiliency of services supporting government agencies
• Establishing a secure, scalable hosting environment for future technology growth
• Coordinating enterprise-wide migration activities with minimal disruption to operations
• Supporting long-term infrastructure strategy and technology transformation efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of IT project management experience
• Direct experience leading enterprise-scale data center migration projects from planning through implementation
• Experience managing complex infrastructure projects involving multiple stakeholders and vendors
• Strong communication and executive stakeholder management skills
• Experience facilitating collaboration across technical and business teams
• Strong organizational, documentation, and leadership capabilities
• Experience with Microsoft Project, SharePoint, and project reporting tools
• Ability to manage risks, dependencies, and competing priorities within large-scale initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification
• Experience working within government or public-sector technology environments
• Familiarity with data center operations including power, cooling, facilities management, and physical security
• Experience coordinating network carrier integrations and infrastructure cutovers
• Knowledge of security, compliance, and governance requirements within enterprise environments
• Experience managing structured testing, migration validation, and operational readiness activities

Work Environment

• 12-month contract opportunity
• Primarily remote work environment
• Standard business hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST
• Preference for candidates located in South Dakota with the ability to visit project locations as needed
• Opportunity for occasional onsite engagement with infrastructure teams and data center facilities
• Two-step interview process consisting of leadership and team interviews

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced infrastructure project leader to drive a highly visible enterprise transformation initiative while helping create a more secure, resilient, and future-ready technology environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Pierre, SD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company 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.

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