Vice President, IT Project Manager

Antares Capital Lp - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Senior

Chicago, IL

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

Antares Capital is seeking an experienced Vice President, IT Project Manager to lead and oversee various infrastructure and network projects. This role involves planning, executing, monitoring, and closing projects while managing the project team, budget, scope, and risks. The project manager will communicate with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and will play a key role in enhancing the company's technology organization.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior executives, clients, vendors, and partners.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively to stakeholders.
• Ensure stakeholder requirements and expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings and ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
• Lead and oversee various infrastructure and network projects, such as network installations, system upgrades, application deployments, and infrastructure-as-code projects.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocations, and budgets.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure and network projects.
• Ensure alignment between infrastructure projects and overall business objectives.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams.
• Oversee the implementation of infrastructure-as-code practices to streamline operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in infrastructure, office buildouts, and network projects.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Monday.com, Microsoft Project).
• Strong understanding of infrastructure and network technologies, including network installations, system upgrades, and application deployments.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) and their services.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and best practices.
• Prior work experience in a consulting position within a software and/or services company.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex infrastructure and network projects.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with various stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or ITIL are highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Career growth opportunities
• Innovative work culture