Lifecycle Refresh Project Manager

Job Description Insight Global is seeking a Senior Network Infrastructure Project Manager is responsible for leading complex, largeu2011scale network infrastructure initiatives across enterprise data center environments. This role partners closely with network engineering, systems, facilities, security, and vendor teams to plan and deliver network refreshes, lifecycle replacements, expansions, and modernization efforts across multiple data center sites. The ideal candidate brings deep experience managing data center network projects endu2011tou2011end, with a strong understanding of network technologies, operational dependencies, and risk management in highly available environments. Key responsibilities include: -Lead endu2011tou2011end delivery of network infrastructure projects within data center environments, including planning, execution, risk management, and closeout -Manage largeu2011scale initiatives such as network refreshes, hardware lifecycle replacements, capacity expansions, migrations, and new site builds -Partner closely with network engineering, systems, security, facilities, and operations teams to ensure technical alignment and operational readiness -Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, dependencies, and resource allocation across multiple sites and stakeholders -Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to support hardware procurement, installation, testing, cutovers, and decommissioning activities -Identify and mitigate risks related to uptime, change management, and operational impact in missionu2011critical data center environments -Drive governance, documentation, and reporting through tools such as ServiceNow, Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar platforms -Lead stakeholder communications, executive updates, and crossu2011functional meetings to ensure transparency and alignment -Ensure projects adhere to enterprise standards, security requirements, and compliance frameworks relevant to data center operations -Support continuous improvement of project delivery processes, standards, and best practices within infrastructure and network programs We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements -8+ years of experience in IT or infrastructure project management, with direct ownership of networku2011focused initiatives -Proven experience managing projects within data center environments (colocation, enterprise, or hyperscale) -Strong working knowledge of network infrastructure concepts including LAN/WAN, routing, switching, firewalls, and network hardware lifecycle -Experience leading projects involving endu2011ofu2011life (EOL) replacements, refresh programs, and multiu2011site rollouts -Demonstrated ability to manage crossu2011functional technical teams and vendors in complex, highu2011availability environments -Strong risk management, dependency tracking, and change management skills -Proficiency with project management and service management tools (ServiceNow, Smartsheet, MS Project, Excel, etc.) -Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage engineers, operations teams, and executive stakeholders -Experience supporting global or multiu2011region data center portfolios -PMP or equivalent project management certification -Familiarity with data center operational standards, maintenance windows, and change control processes -Exposure to compliance or security requirements relevant to data centers (e.g., SOC, ISO, NIST) -Background working alongside network engineers in highly technical environments (handsu2011on understanding, not just oversight)

Created: 2026-03-25