IT Infrastructure Project Manager

### Job Description Join our team of Technical Project Managers who provide a wide range of project-based solutions and services to a variety of multinational corporations, helping them to expand or significantly change their technology footprint in Japan. Each project is different, dependent upon the unique needs of our clients. **Key Projects Include:** * New infrastructure technology set-ups and migrations, design and construction management of office networks and data center infrastructure. * Implementing secure network and server-based solutions. * Network cabling and machine room design and construction, Wireless Networks, Network equipment installations (Single and multi-site deployments). * On-premise and Cloud-based server set-ups and migrations, email and messaging technology implementations. * Telephony, Audio Visual and Security Systems deployments. * PC and mobile computing hardware refresh and deployment, software upgrades and migrations. ### Role Responsibilities * Project management, project planning and execution management; vendor management. * Attending meetings with clients for defining requirements and to conduct site surveys. * Supporting design of various infrastructure solutions working closely with engineering teams, vendor and client-side subject matter experts. * Coordinating quotation requirements, helping to define and prepare Bills of Materials, analyzing cost proposals from vendors and preparing and issuing analysis reports and recommendations. * Issuing order forms for hardware/software procurement. * Holding status meetings with cabling and hardware vendors, technical project teams and business side project stakeholders. * Communicating and coordinating with client end-users, technical project teams and vendors to ensure smooth delivery of projects, on time. * Proposing solutions for outstanding issues and risk mitigation. * Supervising construction activities on-site and preparing status reports. * Organizing required project documents, work permits, site access request forms, etc. * Efficiently manage and maintain network and layout documentation, using various tools such as MS Excel, MS Visio, AutoCAD, or other similar software tools. ### Skills and Qualifications * Demonstrable Project Management and Coordination skills and knowledge of methodical approaches to project management. * Relevant Industry certifications such as PMP or Prince2 are desirable but not a pre-requisite. * A track-record of successfully building and supporting a variety of networking, server and end-user computing solutions for mid- and large-scale companies. * Ability to read and understand network topology diagrams and architectural and electrical drawings. * Advanced analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. * Strong inter-personal communication skills; professional in interactions with clients and assertive and persuasive within project team structures. * Excellent time management skills. * Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel, Visio, AutoCAD and MS Project. * Academic background in Information Technology or related technical/engineering discipline. * English and Japanese: Professional level proficiency (JLPT N1/Fluent Japanese, TOEIC 735-860 level English). * Applicants MUST be resident of Japan and be available to work full-time in Tokyo.