ASGN - Maryland Heights, MO
posted 3 months ago
The Technical Project Manager position at Apex Systems is a critical role focused on managing upgrade migration projects within a cyclical framework. This position is based in St. Louis and requires the individual to work onsite four days a week. The contract is expected to extend beyond the end of the year, indicating a long-term engagement with the company. The primary responsibility of the Technical Project Manager will be to oversee the upgrade and migration of databases, ensuring that all processes are documented and communicated effectively to all stakeholders involved. The team operates on an annual cycle where they assess their budget and determine the number of databases that will be upgraded in a given year. This year's projects include SQL database upgrades, decommissioning of environments, and migrating certain applications to different data centers. The Technical Project Manager will play a pivotal role in contacting application owners, guiding them through the upgrade process, and tracking the progress of their applications as they are moved or upgraded. The role requires a strong understanding of the technology upgrade and migration process, including the ability to stand up a database, conduct intake calls, order servers, build databases, and manage permissions. The Technical Project Manager will also be responsible for project tracking using tools such as MS Project, JIRA, and Smartsheets. Regular communication is essential, as the PM will be expected to compose weekly status documents that outline project updates, progress towards goals, and future project plans. The team consists of 11 database administrators, including both onshore and offshore resources, necessitating clear and effective communication across different teams.