Matlen Silver
Sr Project Manager (Microsoft Teams Migration ) | Roseland, NJ | Hybrid (Roselan
Matlen Silver, Roseland, New Jersey, United States, 07068
Job Title: Sr. Project Manager (MS Teams Migration)
Location: Roseland, NJ
Duration: 12 months with possibilities for extensions or conversion to perm
Hourly pay: Up to $80 W2
***Due to client requirements, only USC or Green Card holders are eligible to apply***
Project Details:
Our well established client with a global presence is seeking a Microsoft Teams Migration Project Managerresponsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and closure of projects involving the migration to or within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, with a focus on Microsoft Teams. This role combines core project management skills with specific technical knowledge of the Microsoft 365 stack and robust change management expertise.
Looking for a senior-level Project Manager primarily responsible for enterprise-scale Microsoft Teams migration, driving strategy and execution for sizeable user populations.
Key Responsibilities Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, managing the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure. Act as the primary liaison between clients, IT staff, department leads, and third-party vendors, managing expectations and ensuring clear, consistent communication. Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks (e.g., data loss, application compatibility, security vulnerabilities) and develop contingency plans to address challenges. Lead change management strategies, including communication planning, end-user training oversight, and support programs to drive successful user adoption and minimize disruption. Coordinate and guide internal and external technical teams (engineers, architects) on the design, configuration, and deployment of Microsoft 365 solutions, ensuring adherence to governance and security policies. Oversee content analysis, data cleansing, permissions mapping, and the physical migration of data from legacy systems (like file servers) to the new Microsoft 365 environment. Continuously monitor project progress, track milestones and deliverables, manage change requests, and provide regular status reports and risk assessments to senior leadership.
Required Skills & Qualifications Proven experience (5 - 10 years) managing IT projects, with a strong focus on Microsoft 365 migrations (SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams). Strong understanding of the Microsoft 365 technology stack, including governance, security, and compliance features (e.g., Microsoft Purview, DLP). Familiarity with migration tools (Microsoft's native tools or third-party solutions) is essential. Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid).
Certifications (Preferred): Project Management: PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification. Microsoft:Microsoft Certified: Teams Administrator, Collaboration Engineer, Enterprise Administrator Expert, or Project Management-related MS certifications. Change Management:Prosci or ADKAR certification. Soft Skills:Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Typical Technology Stack Project Management Tools:Microsoft Project, Planner, etc Collaboration Tools:Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive. Reporting & Dashboards:Power BI, Excel, Smartsheet
***Due to client requirements, only USC or Green Card holders are eligible to apply***
Project Details:
Our well established client with a global presence is seeking a Microsoft Teams Migration Project Managerresponsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and closure of projects involving the migration to or within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, with a focus on Microsoft Teams. This role combines core project management skills with specific technical knowledge of the Microsoft 365 stack and robust change management expertise.
Looking for a senior-level Project Manager primarily responsible for enterprise-scale Microsoft Teams migration, driving strategy and execution for sizeable user populations.
Key Responsibilities Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, managing the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure. Act as the primary liaison between clients, IT staff, department leads, and third-party vendors, managing expectations and ensuring clear, consistent communication. Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks (e.g., data loss, application compatibility, security vulnerabilities) and develop contingency plans to address challenges. Lead change management strategies, including communication planning, end-user training oversight, and support programs to drive successful user adoption and minimize disruption. Coordinate and guide internal and external technical teams (engineers, architects) on the design, configuration, and deployment of Microsoft 365 solutions, ensuring adherence to governance and security policies. Oversee content analysis, data cleansing, permissions mapping, and the physical migration of data from legacy systems (like file servers) to the new Microsoft 365 environment. Continuously monitor project progress, track milestones and deliverables, manage change requests, and provide regular status reports and risk assessments to senior leadership.
Required Skills & Qualifications Proven experience (5 - 10 years) managing IT projects, with a strong focus on Microsoft 365 migrations (SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams). Strong understanding of the Microsoft 365 technology stack, including governance, security, and compliance features (e.g., Microsoft Purview, DLP). Familiarity with migration tools (Microsoft's native tools or third-party solutions) is essential. Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid).
Certifications (Preferred): Project Management: PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification. Microsoft:Microsoft Certified: Teams Administrator, Collaboration Engineer, Enterprise Administrator Expert, or Project Management-related MS certifications. Change Management:Prosci or ADKAR certification. Soft Skills:Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Typical Technology Stack Project Management Tools:Microsoft Project, Planner, etc Collaboration Tools:Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive. Reporting & Dashboards:Power BI, Excel, Smartsheet