Network/Infrastructure Specialist

Role: Network/Infrastructure Specialist

Compensation: Up to $75.00/hr., commensurate with experience

Location: Onsite NYC

Length of Contract: 24 months

Position Description:

This is a dual-scope role combining project management and network/infrastructure oversight for Information Technology Services (ITS) infrastructure and communications initiatives. The role requires prior hands-on networking experience to lead capital project coordination and oversee the installation and configuration of network infrastructure by vendors and contractors. Working collaboratively with internal personnel, architects, engineers, construction project managers, vendors, and contractors, this role ensures ITS requirements, technical standards, and project objectives are met throughout the planning, design, bidding, construction, and implementation lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the client's IT department and project stakeholders, architects, engineers, construction project managers, vendors, and contractors across planning, design, bidding, construction, and implementation.
• Develop, review, and contribute to Statements of Work (SOWs), technical specifications, and project documentation for competitive bidding and procurement.
• Maintain and update project databases, tracking systems, and IT infrastructure records, including communications, wireless, structured cabling, and IP camera systems.
• Review contractor and vendor bids and provide recommendations on qualified vendors and contractors, including coordination with the project's engineering firm of record.
• Monitor project progress, timelines, and budgets; assist with reviewing invoices, billing, and change orders; identify and help resolve risks and technical issues.
• Review project designs, drawings, and specifications to identify conflicts, gaps, or deficiencies that may impact IT infrastructure or operations.
• Oversee the installation and configuration of Cisco switches and Cisco Wireless Controller-based wireless equipment, coordinating with vendors, contractors, and technical teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Support the transition of completed infrastructure into operations, ensuring documentation and standards are maintained, and identify opportunities to improve infrastructure design, deployment, and reliability.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience combining project management with network/infrastructure oversight, including prior hands-on networking experience.
• Prior hands-on experience with Cisco switching and wireless infrastructure, with the ability to oversee current implementation activities.
• Prior experience with Cisco Wireless Controllers.
• CCNA certification preferred.
• Experience managing IT/technology capital projects, including SOWs, bid evaluation, and vendor/contractor coordination.
• Experience maintaining project documentation, database/tracking systems, and infrastructure records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to liaise effectively across architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

RCM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pay Transparency:

RCM believes in transparency and fairness in compensation. We are committed to providing our employees with competitive salaries that reflect their skills, experience, and contributions to our organization. As part of our commitment to pay transparency, we want to provide you with as much information as possible about our compensation practices.

About RCM:

RCM is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the symbol RCMT. RCM is a business and technology solutions provider with world-class talent in key market segments. We help design, build, and enable the Industries of Tomorrow, Today. Operating at the intersection of resources, critical infrastructure, and modernization of industries, RCM is a provider of services in Life Sciences, Data & Solutions (IT), Healthcare, Engineering, Aerospace & Defense, and Process & Industrial.

Disclaimer:

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and the level of the work to be performed. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. RCM reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.