Sentinel is seeking a Project Manager for one of our Chicago area customers. This professional should be capable of overseeing and directing an enterprise sized ($100M) infrastructure (WAN) refresh. The project encapsulates replacing equipment reaching its end of life and being upgraded across 500+ sites. This candidate will be responsible for program realignment, timeframe management and establishing process and procedures for support of this endeavor. This candidate will be responsible for the fiscal management of this technology project in accordance with ISBE and E-rate expectations. The position will require onsite work as needed to engage stakeholders in downtown Chicago to include management offices, work sites and support activities. This is a hybrid, contract role reporting to our client in Chicago, IL.

• Experience managing operationally critical IT projects at an enterprise level across multiple vendors and locations
• Demonstrated experience successfully managing enterprise level projects including planning, costs, implementation and ongoing support
• Proficiency adhering to and managing E-Rates, ISBE
• Ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders, vendors and users (tech and non-tech)
• Act as main point of contact for vendors, City of Chicago agencies and/or union officials
• Working alongside client teams to procure the release of funding as project progresses
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively to resolve complex program challenges between vendors to meet the program deliverables
• Maintaining up to date and thorough project plans accessible to client stakeholders 24/7
• Reporting appropriately as needed to both the clients Operational IT and Executive leadership in a timely manner
• The candidate must have a car, as this position requires travel between location and the transportation of equipment
• A valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance will be required
• Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must demonstrate a “can-do” attitude

We focus on candidates that display our “ACE” factor – Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.

What you get:

We offer weekly competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, 401K and more.

MOTIVATED…..make IT happen!

Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!

About Us:      

Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs – from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today’s global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Detroit, Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; Denver, CO; and Fort Lauderdale, FL. 

If you are MOTIVATED… you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, fosters growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!

If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment – we’d like to have you join our team.  Learn more at www.sentinel.com/careers.

As part of Sentinel's employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Sentinel is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

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