Technical Project Manager

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with cross-functional teams and vendors, using industry-leading project management tools, and ensuring project quality from initiation through delivery. We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.

One of our leading retail clients is looking for an experienced Technical Project Manager in Pleasanton, CA (Onsite).
 
Role: Technical Project Manager
Contract (12-months + Possible extension)
Location: Pleasanton, CA 94588 (Onsite)
 Pay Rate: $80-$96.42 an hour on W2 (DOE)
 

We are seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Manager to lead and coordinate complex technical projects. You’ll collaborate with engineering leaders to build zone maps and manage network infrastructure projects, especially in retail management software environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with cross-functional teams and vendors, using industry-leading project management tools, and ensuring project quality from initiation through delivery.

 

• Lead and manage complex technical projects from conception to completion.
• Work closely with engineering leaders to develop and implement zone maps.
• Manage and oversee projects in network infrastructure (WiFi, routers, etc.) and retail management software.
• Create and maintain detailed project plans, outlining scope, objectives, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Facilitate cross-team collaboration and ensure alignment toward common program goals.
• Coordinate with vendors and external partners to drive project deliverables.
• Develop risk management strategies; proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
• Maintain project quality standards through rigorous validation and testing.
• Continuously improve project management processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular status updates and ensuring effective communication across technical and non-technical teams.
• Utilize project management tools (JIRA, MS Project, ServiceNow, Asana) and tracking resources efficiently (MS Excel, Jira).
• Monitor project forecasts, actualization, and analyze resource needs.
• Manage service improvement and ensure continuous integration and delivery.

 

Required Skills & Qualifications

 

• Proven experience managing and delivering complex technical projects.
• Prior experience in network infrastructure, retail management software, ServiceNow, Jira, and MS Project.
• Strong track record of managing cross-functional teams and stakeholder expectations.
• Proficient in resource coordination and vendor management.
• Skilled in project management tools: JIRA, MS Project, ServiceNow, Asana, MS Excel.
• Ability to generate and maintain detailed project documentation and forecasts.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve project impediments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to facilitate effective stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in continuous process improvement and cross-team collaboration.
• Open to candidates from various industries.

 

 
Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies. We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.
Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity
Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
Fair Chance Employment
Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
 
Accommodation
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
 
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