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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Contract IT Operations Manager to join our team for a 2-month period. This role is central to a critical office renovation project that includes relocating our server room and redesigning our entire IT and systems infrastructure. You will play a pivotal part in safeguarding business continuity and ensuring our infrastructure is robust and future-ready during this key transition period.
Responsibilities
As the Project Lead for IT Infrastructure, you will own the entire IT workstream of the renovation. Your responsibilities will include:
Project Leadership & Management:
- Define IT requirements with stakeholders and translate business needs into technical specifications for the new server room, cabling, and Wi-Fi.
- Work with the project manager to integrate IT requirements into the renovation blueprints early in the process.
- Act as the single point of contact for all IT matters related to the renovation project.
- Regularly update management on risks, costs, and timelines.
Vendor & Technical Oversight:
- Evaluate and select vendors for cabling, Wi-Fi, and server relocation.
- Coordinate timelines and deliverables with renovation contractors and IT suppliers.
- Oversee the design of the new server room (including racks, cooling, and power), and ensure structured cabling is future-proof.
- Validate that all vendor designs meet internal standards before approval.
Risk Management & Business Continuity:
- Identify potential risks to business continuity, such as downtime, data loss, and connectivity gaps, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Draft a detailed migration and rollback plan.
- Plan and execute smooth transitions to ensure minimal disruption to users during cutovers.
- Ensure backups and disaster recovery systems are in place before the relocation.
Implementation & Documentation:
- Supervise the installation of cabling, racks, and equipment.
- Coordinate phased cutovers and data center move logistics, including equipment shutdown, transport, and validation.
- Document the entire new infrastructure, including rack diagrams and cabling maps.
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Qualifications & Skills
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT operations and project management. Key skills include:
- Proven experience as a Project Lead for IT infrastructure projects.
- Expertise in technical design for server rooms, cabling layouts, and Wi-Fi coverage.
- Experience in vendor and contractor management, including evaluation and selection.
- Strong understanding of business continuity and risk management principles.
- Excellent communication skills to act as a bridge between the business, renovation team, and vendors.
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his is a unique opportunity to use your skills to help shape our future IT landscape. If you are a proactive and strategic IT professional looking for a impactful short-term role, we encourage you to apply.
Interested parties please apply with a covering letter, full CV, present and expected salary, date of availability and contact tel. to our email recruit@chamber.org.hk.
*All information provided would be used for consideration of application. Applicants not invited for interview within 8 weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful, and personal data provided will be destroyed.
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