job summary: Position Summary We are seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead enterprise cloud transformation initiatives focused on migrating on-premise data workloads to modern cloud-based data platforms. This role will manage complex technology projects across cloud infrastructure, data engineering, analytics, and enterprise applications while coordinating cross-functional teams and vendors. The ideal candidate has strong experience delivering AWS cloud migration projects, managing enterprise IT initiatives, and driving projects from planning through implementation in a fast paced environment. location: Houston, Texas job type: Contract salary: $90 - 95 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Job Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of complex IT projects, including planning, execution, testing, implementation, and project closeoutManage cloud migration initiatives, including transitioning on-premise data workloads to cloud-based data platformsDevelop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation strategiesCoordinate cross-functional teams across infrastructure, data engineering, applications, security, and business stakeholdersFacilitate project meetings, track action items, and ensure key decisions and issues are resolved in a timely mannerOversee vendor engagements, including RFP processes, proof-of-concept initiatives, and implementation supportMonitor project progress and proactively manage dependencies, resource allocation, and competing prioritiesProvide regular project status updates, reporting, and risk assessments to leadership and stakeholdersEnsure project deliverables align with operational, compliance, and financial objectivesSupport enterprise cloud transformation initiatives and the development of modern data and analytics capabilities qualifications: Qualifications - 6+ years of experience managing complex enterprise IT or technology projects - Proven experience leading cloud migration initiatives, including moving on-premise workloads to cloud environments - Hands-on experience working with AWS or other major cloud platforms - Experience supporting data platforms, analytics environments, or data engineering initiatives - Familiarity with data replication, streaming, or analytics pipelines - Understanding of cloud architecture concepts including DevOps, FinOps, and MLOps - Experience working with managed databases, SaaS data platforms (e.g., Snowflake), and enterprise applications - Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, DevOps, or Waterfall project management methodologies - Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Preferred: - PMP (Project Management Professional) certification - Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Agile certification - AWS cloud certifications - Experience supporting enterprise cloud transformation initiatives in large organizations Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.