Network Infrastructure Project Coordinator

Job description

**Req ID:** 376857 NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now. We are currently seeking a Network Infrastructure Project Coordinator to join our team in Pune, Mahārāshtra (IN-MH), India (IN). Overview Coordinates the execution of telecommunications and IT infrastructure initiatives within UPS Global Network Services. This role combines project coordination, general telecom knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver network deployment, upgrade, and lifecycle activities aligned with business objectives. Responsible for managing assigned projects within a defined scope, ensuring delivery meets schedule, budget, quality, and compliance standards while aligning to ITIL practices and established project methodologies. Core Function - Owns and coordinates assigned telecommunications and IT deployment projects from initiation through implementation and closure - Coordinates alignment across design, provisioning, deployment, and operations teams - Coordinates with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to drive project execution - Coordinates adherence to standard processes, field practices, and governance requirements - Translates business and technical requirements into structured project plans and deliverables Scope - Deployment, upgrade, and maintenance of network hardware and software across UPS facilities and data centers - Coordination of MAN, WAN, and Colocation connectivity solutions - Lifecycle initiatives including hardware refresh, migrations, patching, and capacity upgrades - Multi-site IT deployment coordination across business units - Coordination of both standard and non-standard project requests Key Responsibilities - Plan, organize, and manage multiple concurrent projects within defined scope, schedule, and budget targets - Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and dependencies using Microsoft Project or similar tools - Coordinate all phases of the project lifecycle from initiation through closure - Apply structured project management practices (Waterfall and Agile where appropriate) - Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, operations, field support, procurement, and vendors - Identify and track risks and issues, coordinating mitigation and escalation as needed within ITIL frameworks - Coordinate deployment activities including site readiness, scheduling, provisioning, and implementation support - Coordinate validation of project completion and post-implementation review activities - Coordinate IT hardware procurement aligned to project requirements and timelines - Track project financials, including budget monitoring, cost tracking, and variance awareness - Assist with preparation and coordination of Appropriation Creation Control (ACC) requests - Provide regular project updates, including status, risks, and milestones to stakeholders - Coordinate process improvement initiatives to enhance delivery consistency and efficiency - Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure alignment with enterprise standards - Coordinate adherence to security and compliance requirements, ensuring project activities align with enterprise policies and audit standards - Coordinate vulnerability tracking and remediation activities, including visibility into identified risks and associated mitigation efforts - Support reporting on security posture and vulnerabilities to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with governance expectations Technical Scope - General understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addressing, routing concepts, connectivity) - Familiarity with MAN, WAN and Colo connectivity solutions - Awareness of network infrastructure components (routers, switches, circuits, load balancers, wireless APs and related services) - Understanding of basic network performance concepts - Familiarity with telecom processes such as circuit provisioning and vendor coordination Work Hours - Standard work schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST - Occasional after-hours or weekend work required to support deployments, cutovers, and critical milestones Tools and Technologies Tools Methodologies - Project Tools: Microsoft Project, Planview (or equivalent), AI Tools - Service Management: ServiceNow (SMC) – Incident, Change, Request tracking, AVS, and CMDB - Collaboration Productivity: Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Copilot - Frameworks: ITIL (Incident, Change, Problem Management) - Delivery Models: Waterfall and Agile methodologies - Governance Compliance Tools: OneTrust (for risk, compliance tracking, and reporting) Core Competencies - Project ownership and coordination within defined scope - Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills - Cross-functional collaboration across technical and business teams - Time management and ability to manage multiple priorities - Organizational skills and attention to detail - Analytical thinking and problem-solving - Adaptability in a dynamic, global environment - Financial awareness, including budgeting and cost tracking - Understanding of project financial processes, including ACC - Security Compliance Awareness: Understanding of enterprise security standards, compliance requirements, and risk management practices - Risk Vulnerability Awareness: Ability to track, coordinate, and communicate vulnerabilities and remediation status About NTT DATA NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. 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