LHH · 6 hours ago
Technical Project Manager - Data / AI
Schaumburg, IL
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expLHH is a reputable global professional organization within the IT/Security industry, seeking a Technical Project Manager specializing in Data and AI. The role involves managing technology-related projects, ensuring effective communication, and applying project management principles to deliver successful outcomes.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Ian Kirksey
Responsibilities
Controls IT projects through effective management of the project/program resources and schedules ensuring teams do not have past due work in any active project schedules. Work with Business, Technical Leads, Solution Architecture, Product Owners, Business Analysts and Developer to ensure the work is understood and delivered with business approval
Facilitates teams in the requirements gathering and planning of project and programs into project goals, deliverables, tasks and milestones utilizing the organizations project systems. Ensure that project goals are in line with business objectives and achieved
Facilitates teams in the establishment of full project plans including schedules, marketing and communication plans, release plans, and risk and issue management plans, and effectively and efficiently manages those plans
Assists in managing vendors required for projects including budget, resources, and deliverables review
Schedules agenda-driven meetings and provides meeting minutes as required
Supports continuous improvement efforts across the PMO by facilitating post-implementation reviews, documenting lessons learned, and contributing to the ongoing enhancement of project management tools, templates, and techniques
Provides consistent project and program reporting through the organizations standardized systems, supports COBIT governance activities (e.g., business cases, project proposals, gate reviews), and assists with developing PMO documentation and reporting practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in IT or Business or related field of study from an accredited university or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role or capacity, with a demonstrated record of success
Successfully managing system implementations, software releases
Proven track record serving as a project manager in cross functional projects/programs utilizing MS Project or other similar project tools
Utilizing and managing outsource service provider resources on large scale projects
Working knowledge of PMI process groups: initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing
Solid understanding of IT systems, software development, infrastructure and cybersecurity
Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams and stakeholders
Familiar with IT governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT, Agile, Scrum)
Solid understanding of and demonstrated experience in using Agile Project Management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, DevOps, Rally, VersionOne)
Experience with MS Project, Office 365 tools and Teams, Planner
Identifies areas/opportunities for collaboration within and across functions/business areas
Brokers consensus among stakeholders with conflicting need
Ability to manage a variety of project teams, including project teams comprised of internal employees, vendors, consultants, and combinations thereof
Delivering and/or supporting others in writing documents such as policy documents, business cases, requests for information and contracts
Must be able to communicate effectively and tactfully with all levels of personnel, both in-person and on the phone, and written (reports, emails, etc.)
Strong attention to detail and understand written and oral instructions
Strong time management abilities
Must be able to handle multiple tasks with changing priorities
Preferred
Awareness of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning concepts, with exposure to AI-driven capabilities (e.g., Salesforce Einstein, Azure AI Services, or generative AI integration)
Experience managing data integration tools and pipelines (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Salesforce Data Cloud, or equivalent ETL/ELT) for unifying and activating enterprise data
Experience with major system implementation such as CMS, CRM, FMS and AMS
Served as project manager on cross functional projects/programs in an international environment
Professional Association/volunteer engagement
Vendor Management experience
Sourcing experience
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred)
Agile Scrum Master certified
PMI-ACP certification
Benefits
Generous PTO
Strong health insurance
Company
LHH
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10001+ employees
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President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
Ted Diven, MBA
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