Unified Communications Project Manager (Telephony)

Project Manager (Telephony) Job Category: Project Manager (Telecom) Location: Remote (U.S.-based) Duration: 12-18 Months (Contract) Industry: Telecom and Healthcare Job Description: Our client, a leader in the telecom and healthcare sectors, is undergoing a company-wide telephony transformation. They are seeking experienced Project Managers (Telephony) to lead the migration of three legacy telephony systems (Cisco, PBX, Mytel) to Microsoft Teams (VOIP) and assist in vacating their primary data center. Each Project Manager will own a specific workstream, guiding cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring deliverables are met on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage large-scale telecom migration projects Oversee the transition from legacy systems to Microsoft Teams (VOIP) Coordinate with technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders Maintain project documentation, budgets, and schedules Ensure successful decommissioning of the primary data center Must-Have Skills: Experience with Legacy Telephony Systems (Cisco, PBX, Mytel) Proven success in large-scale telecom migrations Proficiency with Microsoft Teams and VOIP technologies Strong understanding of Unified Communications Familiarity with Cisco Wireless, PBX Phone Systems, and Network Access Control Nice-to-Have Skills: Cisco VOIP Phone Support & Installation Cabling & Infrastructure General Project Management Why Join? Fully Remote opportunity Work on a high-impact, enterprise-level migration Join a collaborative team in a mission-driven telecom and healthcare environment Long-term contract with potential for extension