Kforce has a client that is looking for an Application Migration Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
* Application Migration Project Manager will d rive the successful delivery of multiple interrelated projects under a common business goal
* Lead the migration of 20-25 applications from a client-own ed data center to primarily co-located (non-client-owned) facilities, with select applications moving to cloud environments
* Define program objectives, timelines, dependencies, and risks, and develop mitigation plans
* Coordinate internal teams and stakeholders across various departments to ensure alignment throughout the migration lifecycle and beyond
* Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement solutions to keep programs on track
* Serve as the primary point of contact for senior leadership, providing regular updates on program health, risks, and issues-including migration milestones and impact
* Ensure program goals align with business objectives and stakeholder expectations, especially regarding infrastructure transition and operational continuity
* Manage budgets, resource allocation, and overall program governance, including third-party vendor coordination during data center shifts
* Conduct post-program evaluations and implement lessons learned* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
* Minimum 8+ years of experience in project/program management, with at least 3 years managing enterprise-level programs
* Demonstrated experience managing large-scale infrastructure migration initiatives involving application transitions from client-owned data centers to co-located and cloud-based environments
* Strong understanding of project management and software development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
* Proven ability to manage programs with multiple stakeholders, teams, and geographies
* Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
* Proficiency in tools like MS Project, JIRA, Confluence, Smartsheet, or similar
* PMP, PgMP, or SAFe certificate is a plus