Google Cloud, Project Manager
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As a Project Manager at UpCurve Cloud, you will own the end-to-end execution of client onboarding and Google solution deployments. You will manage concurrent technical projects—spanning Google Workspace migrations, data transfers, third-party integrations, and change management initiatives. The ideal candidate bridges the gap between technical execution and client relationship management, leading deployment engineers and trainers while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with Google Cloud best practices. Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Project Delivery: Own project initiation, planning, execution, and closure across 3–6+ concurrent Google Workspace migrations and technical projects.
- Client Engagement & Relationship Management: Serve as the primary operational point of contact for client stakeholders, IT directors, and executive sponsors. Translate technical concepts into clear business updates.
- Technical & Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate closely with Google Certified Deployment Engineers, Change Management Trainers, and Solution Architects to schedule resources, assign tasks, and track deliverables.
- Risk & Scope Management: Proactively identify project risks, technical dependencies, and potential bottlenecks. Lead formal change control processes to manage scope creep and project timelines.
- Change Management & Adoption: Coordinate user training and change management strategies to ensure smooth end-user adoption during legacy email/data migrations (e.g., Microsoft 365 / Exchange to Google Workspace).
- Quality Assurance & Governance: Ensure project deliverables meet Google Cloud deployment standards, security baselines, and agreed-upon client SLAs.
Key Qualifications
- Experience: 3–5+ years of technical project management experience delivering cloud migrations, SaaS onboarding, or IT deployment projects in a consulting or Managed Services Provider (MSP) environment.
- Google Ecosystem Knowledge: Deep familiarity with Google Workspace administration, domain migration paths, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) fundamentals.
- Client-Facing Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a track record of driving high client satisfaction (CSAT) scores.
- Tools: Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Asana) and nati