IT Project Manager

Job Title: IT Project Manager
Contract Duration: 6 months, possible extension
Location: Downers Grove, IL
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Pay Range: $70.00 - $80.00 per hour

The IT Project Manager’s role is to successfully execute the organization'sIT and Operating Companies’ initiatives using the established project management processes and tools. This is a senior level project management position.

• Initiate, plan, execute, control, and close assigned projects via the standard project methodology.
• Partner with the specific operating company or the organization's enterprise to position the project approach correctly.
• Ensure business cases are created, and value is measurable/tracked with the business owners.
• Ensure proper organization change management practices are utilized to accelerate user adoption.
• Resolve issues and support project progress through direct interaction with team members.
• Plan and designate project resources, prepare budgets, monitor progress, and keep stakeholders informed.
• Collaborate with business leaders and peers in establishing best fit practices.
• Appropriately influences leadership and peers to establish common processes.
• Communicate Vision (What we are working to achieve) and Strategy (how we get there) to leadership & peers.
• Communicate regularly with Business partners for awareness and improvement.
• Proficient with Agile delivery methodology and CI/CD tools.

• Manage end-to-end carve-out projects for ERP and CRM systems. Including planning, execution, and post-migration support.
• Engagement in industry practices (ERP/MES/CRM/PLM).
• Project/Program Management Experience is required. PMP or equivalent certification is preferred.
• The ability to utilize, refine, and support IT standards balanced with Operating Company needs is critical.
• Successful working in a team oriented, collaborative environment.
• Vendor management skills and experience are required.

• 7+ years’ experience in the management of projects in an IT environment.
• Experience with tools like Planview Adaptive Work and Azure Dev Ops is required.
• 5+ years’ experience in leading large complex IT projects such as ERP implementation and/or CRM implementation working with strategic integrator partners.
• 3+ years’ experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP solution and/or Salesforce is preferred.
• Demonstrated business support behavior (willingness to engage and “do” some of the work to achieve goals)
• Capability of communicating and engaging executive leadership with presentations and team discussions.
• A sense of urgency to drive performance and reliability for business operations.
• Ability to work after regular business hours to meet business needs.