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NTT DATA's Client is seeking an Infrastructure M&A Technical Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering complex IT infrastructure initiatives within a regulated pharmaceutical environment. This US-based role requires strong technical expertise, deep project management capabilities, and experience navigating compliance frameworks such as GxP and CSV. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of hands-on infrastructure project management experience, excels in cross-functional collaboration, and can execute projects in fast-paced, globally distributed environments. M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions) experience is a strong plus, particularly for integration, separation, or migration-related infrastructure activities.
Key Responsibilities Project Management & Delivery Lead full lifecycle planning, execution, and delivery of infrastructure projects including network upgrades, data center migrations, cloud adoption, server/storage refreshes, and security remediations. Prepare project charters, roadmaps, schedules, budgets, and resource plans with precision and clarity. Maintain ownership of RAID logs (Risks, Actions, Issues, Dependencies) and drive mitigation strategies. Provide timely project status updates to leadership and ensure alignment with PMO standards. Manage multiple parallel workstreams while ensuring adherence to schedule, cost, and quality expectations. Technical Leadership Partner with engineering teams to define infrastructure design, implementation strategies, and technical reviews. Oversee technical deliverables related to network, server, virtualization, cloud, storage, and security components. Approve and validate technical documentation, qualification packages, and cutover plans. Support infrastructure lifecycle management, technology modernization, and standardization projects. Regulated Environment Responsibilities (Pharma) Ensure all activities comply with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, CSV standards, and corporate quality processes. Work with QA, Compliance, and Validation teams to ensure required documentation (URS, FS, DS, IQ, OQ, PQ, change controls) is accurate and complete. Support audits, inspections, and CAPAs related to infrastructure systems. Maintain validated state and ensure traceability across project documentation and change records. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with business stakeholders, application owners, PMO, quality teams, and infrastructure SMEs. Coordinate vendor management activities including SOWs, quotes, delivery tracking, and technical validation. Facilitate communication across global technology teams, ensuring alignment on dependencies and timelines. Operational Readiness & Governance Ensure smooth transition from project delivery to operations, including SOP updates, runbook creation, and KT sessions. Maintain documentation for architecture, support models, and asset lifecycle plans. Support compliance monitoring, infrastructure KPIs, and operational audits.
Required Skills & Qualifications Experience 8+ years of experience managing IT infrastructure projects in enterprise environments. 3-5 years of experience in pharmaceutical or life sciences IT strongly preferred. 8+ years of experience in coordinating distributed/global teams and complex program structures. M&A experience (integration, divestiture, TSA transitions, migration planning) is an added advantage. Technical Skills Strong working knowledge of: Networking (LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, firewalls) Server technologies (Windows/Linux), virtualization (VMware) Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS), identity and access services Storage, backup, and disaster recovery solutions End-user services and infrastructure security components Project Management Skills Mastery of project planning, scheduling, resource management, and budgeting. Experience with MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or equivalent PM tools. Strong vendor and contract management experience. Deep understanding of change control and ITIL processes. Regulatory & Compliance Skills Working knowledge of GxP, CSV, data integrity principles, and regulated IT environments. Experience producing and maintaining validation documentation. Professional Skills Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement abilities. Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced, high-visibility settings. Comfortable leading cross-functional teams under strict timelines.
Preferred Certifications PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile project management certification. ITIL Foundation. Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure) are a plus.
About NTT DATA Services:
NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.
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Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting hourly range for this remote role is ($55.12/hour- $66/hourly ). This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on several factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.
This position is eligible for company benefits that will depend on the nature of the role offered. Company benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending or health savings account, life, and AD&D insurance, short-and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally required benefits.
