IT Project Manager

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Founded in 2008, Hightower is a wealth management firm that provides investment, financial and retirement planning services to individuals, foundations and family offices, as well as 401(k) consulting and cash management services to corporations. Hightower’s capital solutions, operational support services, size and scale empower its vibrant community of independent-minded wealth advisors to grow their businesses and help their clients achieve their financial vision.

Based in Chicago with advisors across the U.S., we operate as a registered investment advisor (RIA).

As an Contract IT Project Manager, you will coordinate and execute IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals looking to start their career in project management, with a focus on developing foundational skills and gaining hands‑on experience.

Please note that this is a contract role with an anticipated length of 6 months.

Coordinate Project Activities

• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of IT projects, ensuring all project activities are aligned with project goals and timelines.

Monitor Project Progress

• Track project milestones, manage risk and issue logs, and ensure timely completion of key activities.

Support Resource Management

• Assist in resource forecasting and allocation to ensure project needs are met.

Maintain Project Documentation

• Keep accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and meeting minutes.

Communicate with Stakeholders

• Maintain clear and effective communication with project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any concerns.

Mentorship and Learning

• Work closely with senior project managers to gain insights and mentorship, developing your project management skills and knowledge.

Contribute to Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the enhancement of project management practices.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 10+ years of experience in IT project management or a related field.
• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, software development, and project management principles.
• Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CAPM, ITIL, or similar are a plus.

• Pay rate of up to $100/hour
• In‑office Monday through Thursday and work from home on Fridays

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

EMPLOYER:

Hightower is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer‑related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident or possess other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.S. work authorization now or anytime in the future.