Technical Project Manager
Job Type: W2, Contract
Job Location: Illinois
- Remote
Pay Rate: $65-68/hr
About the Role
Are you passionate about leading complex technology projects and driving change across organizations? We are looking for a Technical Project Manager to manage high-impact projects and Agile value streams that are critical to our business success. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys working with cross-functional teams, and is skilled at balancing technical delivery with stakeholder engagement.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and deliver technology-based solutions using SDLC methodology.
- Manage multiple projects and programs, ensuring they meet scope, schedule, and budget targets.
- Drive change management activities across departments and teams.
- Coordinate IT application and infrastructure changes, approvals, and releases.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies and coach teams on Waterfall and SAFe Agile practices.
- Track team progress and performance using tools like ServiceNow.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders and support product owners.
- Ensure project documentation is complete and accurate.
- Identify risks, blockers, and dependencies—and resolve them proactively.
- Contribute to enterprise initiatives in support services, collaboration tools, cloud platforms, infrastructure, and M&A integration.
What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (Master’s degree a plus).
- Experience in project and change management, with knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a matrixed organization.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project tracking tools.
- Certifications such as PMP, CBAP, or Six Sigma are a plus.