Principal Infrastructure Transformation PM

EnsonoEnsono·Remote(Flexible / Remote)
Other

WFA Digital Insight

As demand for digital transformation specialists surged 25% in the past year, companies like Ensono are seeking seasoned professionals to lead infrastructure projects. With the rise of remote work, skills in digital project management, client relationships, and technical expertise are in high demand. Ensono stands out with its relentless ally approach, empowering clients to achieve key business outcomes. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the need for strong executive presence, deep infrastructure expertise, and disciplined project oversight. With over 10 years of experience in IT program management, candidates can position themselves for success in this role.

Job Description

About the Role

The Principal Infrastructure Transformation PM role is a critical position that requires leading complex infrastructure and mainframe modernization projects. As a trusted client-facing project leader, this role demands strong executive presence, deep infrastructure expertise, and disciplined project oversight. The successful candidate will partner with C-level and senior IT leaders to orchestrate cross-functional teams and own outcomes across scope, schedule, financials, and client satisfaction.

The role operates in a consulting environment, necessitating a unique blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be adept at navigating multiple workstreams, developing integrated project plans, and identifying, managing, and escalating risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies proactively.

As a key member of the Ensono team, the Principal Infrastructure Transformation PM will embody the company's core values of Honesty, Reliability, Curiosity, Collaboration, and Passion. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, driving transformation and growth through innovative solutions.

What You Will Do

  • Lead and govern large-scale infrastructure and mainframe modernization projects from client onboarding through transition into managed services
  • Define and own the engagement strategy, governance model, and integrated project plan
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for executive-level client stakeholders
  • Orchestrate and align consulting, technical, and operational teams across multiple workstreams
  • Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, and RAID logs
  • Identify, manage, and escalate risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies proactively
  • Oversee project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls
  • Guide clients through organizational change associated with modernization and managed services transitions
  • Ensure project execution aligns with Ensono methodologies, quality standards, and best practices
  • Create and deliver polished, executive-level communications and presentations
  • Build trusted client relationships while protecting scope, timelines, and financial outcomes
  • Coach and mentor team members and foster a collaborative, high-performance environment

What We Are Looking For

  • 10+ years of experience leading complex IT programs and projects
  • PMP certification
  • Deep experience across enterprise IT infrastructure (compute, storage, network, operating systems, and cloud platforms)
  • Managed services experience, including transitions to steady-state operations
  • Consulting experience supporting external clients
  • Strong financial management skills (budgets, forecasting, cost control)
  • Demonstrated ability to engage and influence C-level executives
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office and MS Project
  • Ability to travel up to 20%
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Nice to Have

  • Hands-on experience leading mainframe modernization projects
  • ITIL knowledge or certification
  • ITSM knowledge or certification
  • Project financial / revenue recognition experience
  • M.B.A. or B.S. in Business, Computer Science, or Engineering; or equivalent work experience

Benefits and Perks

  • Opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and drive transformation and growth
  • Collaborative, high-performance environment
  • Flexible, remote work arrangement
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and certification programs
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

How to Stand Out

  • Develop a strong understanding of digital transformation and its impact on business outcomes to stand out in the application process
  • Showcase your experience in leading complex infrastructure projects and managing client relationships
  • Highlight your technical expertise in areas such as cloud platforms, operating systems, and network architecture
  • Prepare to discuss your approach to project management, including risk mitigation and escalation procedures
  • Be ready to provide examples of your ability to engage and influence C-level executives
  • Showcase your proficiency in MS Office and MS Project, and be prepared to discuss your experience with project management tools
  • Research Ensono's core values and be prepared to discuss how you embody them in your work

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