Other Service Line - Program Manager - Prgmgr

Technical Project ManagerHybrid to Milwaukee, WI 53201 (3 days onsite)####/hr Max Rate Client KitBGV Fully ClearedTop Skills: 1. Project Management with minimum 6 to 8 years of experience2. Network administrator experience of 5 years3. Governance & ReportingJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager (TPM) with a strong networking background to lead large-scale network migration and infrastructure transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate should possess deep understanding of network technologies combined with proven project management experience.The role is not expected to perform hands-on network configuration activities. However, the individual must be capable of understanding network architecture, reviewing technical deliverables, validating migration readiness, and effectively coordinating with engineering teams, customers, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. This requirement was specifically discussed as a Technical Project Manager role with strong network knowledge rather than a traditional project management position. Key Responsibilities:Project Delivery & Governance Lead end-to-end execution of network migration and transformation projects. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, and status reports. Manage project risks, dependencies, issues, and escalations. Coordinate activities across customer, engineering, operations, and leadership teams. Conduct governance meetings and provide executive-level reporting.Technical Oversight Act as the primary technical project lead for network transformation activities. Review and validate technical deliverables produced by engineering teams. Ensure migration readiness, technical compliance, and adherence to customer requirements. Verify removal of customer-specific proprietary information, security settings, banners, naming conventions, and related configuration elements before migration handover activities. Partner with network SMEs to review migration plans, implementation schedules, and post-migration validation results.Stakeholder Management Collaborate with customer stakeholders, technical teams, and program leadership. Drive discussions related to migration planning, cutover coordination, and issue resolution. Ensure alignment between business requirements and technical execution. Provide timely communication on project status, risks, and mitigation plans.Quality Assurance & Validation Support technical validation checkpoints throughout the migration lifecycle. Ensure required technical reviews, audits, and governance controls are completed. Monitor adherence to migration standards, operational procedures, and customer-specific requirements.Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 15+ years of IT industry experience. 5+ years of Project Management or Program Management experience. Prior hands-on experience in Networking, Infrastructure, or Network Operations. Strong understanding of: o Cisco Routing & Switchingo WAN/LAN Technologieso Network Security Fundamentalso Enterprise Network Infrastructureo Network Migration and Transformation Programs Experience managing geographically distributed teams and stakeholders. Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.