About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Project Manager to lead a strategic Data Center Migration Project. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end migration of business-critical applications from the Client´s current data center to a new co-location data center, working closely with global teams, Application Managers, and Operational Service Experts.
This is a high-impact opportunity to contribute to the modernization of the Client´s IT landscape, ensuring stability, performance, and compliance throughout the transition.

In this role, you will:

Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of the data center migration project, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and budget.
Act as the primary interface between global stakeholders, technical teams, and business units across IT Infrastructure, Business Applications, and Manufacturing Systems.
Drive detailed migration planning in collaboration with Application Owners, ensuring minimal disruption and adherence to compliance requirements (including GxP).
Manage project risks, dependencies, and communications, ensuring clear documentation and proactive resolution of issues.
Ensure alignment with internal IT governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory standards.
Conduct regular project status updates and steering committee meetings with stakeholders across multiple geographies.
Coordinate vendors, partners, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of the migration plan.
Utilize project management tools and best practices to track progress and report KPIs.

What you need to have to be considered

Robust experience as an IT Project Manager, leading large-scale infrastructure or data center projects.
Strong background in IT systems, data center technologies, and application lifecycle management.
Fluent English, both spoken and written, to effectively communicate with global teams.
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and coordination skills across technical and business areas.
Experience working in hybrid models, with availability to be on-site 3x/week in Brooklin, São Paulo
Solid understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, PMI, Prince2, Agile/Waterfall).

These will help you stand out

Previous experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
Knowledge of GxP applications, validated systems, and regulated environments.
Familiarity with business and manufacturing applications.
Understanding of ITIL practices and service management frameworks.
Spanish proficiency
Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
High level of organization and autonomy.
Problem-solving mindset with a focus on solutions and continuous improvement.
Ability to navigate complexity and work under pressure.
Collaborative attitude with excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication.

Work model: Hybrid
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client office in São Paulo. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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