Project Manager, IT Project Manager

Project Manager – LRS Retirement Solutions (Springfield, IL)

Our business is growing again! If you’re an experienced Project Manager who has managed large application or software implementation projects, Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. (LRS) has an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking a Project Manager to join our Implementations team in our LRS Retirement Solutions group to manage implementations of our Pension Gold® software products for public sector retirement systems with defined benefits pension plans.

Job is based in Springfield, IL and will use a hybrid work schedule. You must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer. LRS is a global leader in information technology solutions known for the way we value everyone we hire. LRS Retirement Solutions develops and implements pension administration software for retirement systems in the defined benefits retirement market segment.

Our Project Managers are vital in working with the customer to ensure our projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Ongoing interaction with customers, including executives, pension administration staff, their project oversight vendor, and potentially Board members.
• Providing ongoing status reports and making presentations.
• Creating and executing work plans within Microsoft Project.
• Managing project scope and timeline.
• Creating, reviewing, and managing project deliverables.
• Identifying risks and developing plans to mitigate the risks.
• Handling change management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Managing project team resources, providing direction, and supporting the project team.
• Effectively communicating with local and offsite team resources as well as client resources.
• Other activities as needed to facilitate the successful completion of the project.

These activities would be accomplished through working onsite and via video conference calls with our customers across the U.S. There is potential for required travel during the work week, 25–50 percent at peak times during an implementation project within the United States.

• At least five years of demonstrable project management experience in large application development/implementation projects or managing a project management office.
• At least five years of experience managing technical and business personnel on a project team.
• Experience in the information technology area specifically related to defining business requirements or leading application development projects or software implementation projects.
• Experience using Microsoft’s standard office tools along with Microsoft Project.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail.
• To be considered for a senior level role, you will need an active PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or be working toward obtaining one.

Other required skills include strong negotiation, effective verbal and written communication with executives to technical developers, simplifying complex technical concepts, business communications writing, formal presentations to live audiences, and instructional presentation experience.

Paid vacation and sick leave, 401(k) employer matching, health insurance options, and other benefits. Both internal employees and external candidates are considered. As a Project Manager you are eligible for paid overtime.

Salary range: $85,000–$100,000 (mid‑level) and $100,000–$120,000 (senior level) annually plus paid overtime. This range is one component of LRS’ total compensation package.

LRS is an equal‑opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.