Role Overview
Job Title : IT Project Manager – Infrastructure & Security (US & Europe)
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type : 12-Month Contract
Pay Rate : $50-60 / hr
About the Role
Are you a strategic, hands-on, and emotionally intelligent IT Project Manager who thrives in lean environments and complex technical landscapes? We’re seeking a thoughtful and methodical leader to drive infrastructure and security initiatives across the US and Europe. This role is ideal for someone who’s used to managing smaller, fast-paced projects and values stakeholder communication as much as delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of infrastructure and security projects (95% of scope), including full-stack application development components.
- Facilitate engineering teams with a forward-looking execution plan and detailed runbooks.
- Collaborate closely with IT teams using whiteboarding and hands-on planning.
- Apply agile methodologies (Scrum / Kanban) and manage sprints with precision.
- Drive cross-functional coordination, risk mitigation, and dependency management.
- Conduct workshops, standups, and retrospectives to maintain alignment.
- Manage internal teams and third-party vendors to meet delivery goals.
- Track financials, benefits realization, and ensure alignment with governance frameworks.
What You Bring
4+ years of experience in IT project management, with a strong focus on infrastructure and security.Proven ability to deliver in environments with limited resources—big IT organizations are not a fit.Project Management certification (PMI, PMP, PRINCE2).Strong analytical skills and stakeholder communication—this is non-negotiable.Experience with Microsoft Project, Visio, and collaboration tools.Ability to create and manage runbooks and technical documentation.Comfortable working across time zones and cultures.You’ll Thrive If You
Are methodical and thorough—prioritize quality over speed.Have strong emotional intelligence and can “read the room.”Are personable, engaging, and thoughtful in your interactions.Embrace ambiguity and turn it into actionable strategy.Enjoy working on smaller, high-impact projects with tight-knit teams.Are flexible, creative, and hands-on in your approach.