Title: IT Project Manager
Location: Chicago, IL (Candidates need to be local. Hybrid, 3x onsite per week.)
Duration & Type: Initial 7-Month Contract with potential to convert to an FTE
Compensation: Competitive W2 Hourly Rate, Access to Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plan of Choice, 401k Plan
Chamberlain Advisors is currently seeking a IT Project Manager for our direct client in the airline and travel industry. This is an initial 7-month contract with the potenital to convert to an FTE. Click apply now and join the Chamberlain experience.
Summary
The Project Manager III will play a critical role in leading technology projects focused on finance transformation. This individual will be responsible for managing projects related to data and analytics, including Data Warehouse, Data Hub, Data Governance, Analytics, and Predictive Analytics. Familiarity with Oracle EPM (Enterprise Performance Management) is advantageous. The ideal candidate will have a background in corporate financial systems and experience managing finance projects. Additionally, expertise in Agile methodologies, Agile portfolio management, Agile funding, and executive presence are essential for success in this role.
What You Will Be Accountable For
- Lead technology projects related to finance transformation, with a focus on data and analytics initiatives such as Data Warehouse, Data Hub, Data Governance, Analytics, and Predictive Analytics.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, IT, and business stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and effectively manage project resources to ensure successful project delivery.
- Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
- Communicate project status, milestones, and key decisions to stakeholders, including executive leadership.
- Manage Agile portfolios and funding allocations for technology projects, ensuring alignment with business priorities and objectives.
- Provide executive presence and leadership in project governance forums, steering committees, and executive briefings.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the project team and across the organization.
What Qualifications You Need
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or related field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
- Certification in Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, PMI Agile Certified Practitioner) is preferred.
- Experience with Oracle EPM (Enterprise Performance Management) is advantageous.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 7-8 years of experience in project management, with a focus on technology projects related to finance transformation.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and Agile portfolio management.
- Experience managing data and analytics projects, including Data Warehouse, Data Hub, Data Governance, Analytics, and Predictive Analytics.
- Familiarity with corporate financial systems and processes, with experience managing finance projects.
- In-depth knowledge of data and analytics concepts and technologies, including Data Warehouse, Data Hub, Data Governance, Analytics, and Predictive Analytics.
- Familiarity with Oracle EPM (Enterprise Performance Management) is a plus.
- Understanding of corporate financial systems and processes, with experience managing finance projects.
- Proficiency in Agile methodologies and Agile portfolio management.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead complex technology projects from initiation to completion.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse audiences including technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strategic thinker, with the ability to align technology initiatives with business objectives and priorities.
- Analytical mindset, with the ability to analyze data and metrics to drive informed decision-making.
- Leadership presence, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams towards project goals.
- Adaptability and resilience, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
About the Client:
With over 90,000 employees across the world, our client is always looking for talented, driven, and passionate individuals to join their team. Devoted to delivering profitability and sustainable long-term value for their customers, communities, shareholders, and co-workers around the world, our client is one of the best in the industry. This organization is dedicated to empowering employees to be innovative and continuously encouraging employees to develop their skills and interests to advance their professional careers.
Why Work with Chamberlain?
Chamberlain Advisors is a veteran-owned business that provides human capital solutions across a wide range of industries and engagement types. Chamberlain candidates benefit from our unique hiring and interviewing process which has been designed to increase the likelihood that they will be successful in their job searches. This is achieved through our 5-step recruitment process, ensuring a top-of-the-line candidate experience. Find out what makes us different; apply to Chamberlain today.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Chamberlain Advisors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chamberlain Advisors complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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