Cactus Wellhead - IT Project Manager - Infrastructure at Cactus Wellhead

This is a Cactus Wellhead position and is located in Houston, TX. 

Looking for local candidates. 

Hybrid Schedule: 4/1

JOB SUMMARY: The Project Manager, IT Infrastructure is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering technology projects that support IT infrastructure. This role ensures that projects are executed on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals. The individual will act as a liaison between business stakeholders, IT teams, and external vendors, driving the successful implementation, enhancement, and integration of business applications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Lead and manage end-to-end project lifecycle for IT Infrastructure and Cybersecurity initiatives.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, define scope, and establish project objectives.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Oversee and coordinate service continuity and interim operational support during post-transaction activities, integration or separation phases, and for divested or acquired entities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (business, IT, vendors) to ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Monitor project risks, issues, and dependencies; implement mitigation and contingency plans.
• Manage project documentation, reporting, and communication with executives and stakeholders.
• Ensure deployments comply with security, compliance, and organizational standards.
• Facilitate testing, change management and coordinate go-live activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and post-implementation support.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of project management experience, with a focus on IT infrastructure, networking, or cybersecurity projects.
• Demonstrated success leading infrastructure deployments, upgrades, or migrations in complex environments.
• Proven experience supporting IT infrastructure transitions during mergers, acquisitions, or divestitures.
• Solid understanding of IT operations, systems administration, and enterprise networking.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Planner, Jira, DevOps).

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification preferred.
• Relevant technical certifications (e.g., Cisco, Microsoft, CompTIA, ITIL) are a plus.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure components (servers, storage, networking, cloud platforms, cybersecurity).
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) as applied to infrastructure projects.
• Experience with system integration, infrastructure upgrades, and operational continuity planning.
• Understanding of IT governance, compliance, and security requirements.
• Exceptional project planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong leadership with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple infrastructure projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and vendor management skills.
• Ability to develop and execute operational continuity plans under aggressive timelines.
• Excellent stakeholder communication and vendor coordination skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May provide direction to project team members, engineers, and vendor partners during project execution.
• Responsible for coordinating cross-functional work but may not have direct supervisory authority.
• Provides feedback on performance and project contributions to team leads and management.

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cactus Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Safety is our top priority. All employees must comply with our comprehensive safety programs, participate in required safety training, and demonstrate commitment to our safety-first culture. This position may require working in potentially hazardous environments if you are traveling to a branch or plant location. Ensure that you follow all safety guidelines that are required when working in the field, branch or manufacturing facility.

This position generally operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit for extended periods at a desk and work on a computer
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Walk or stand periodically throughout the day
• Maintain sustained concentration on computer screens
• Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions."

Cactus Companies maintains a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify.