Information Technology Project Manager

Akkodis is seeking an Information Technology Project Manager for a client located in Chicago, IL. Pay Salary: $100k/year - $120k/year (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.) Schedule - Mon - Fri (8 am -5 pm CST, Hybrid - 3 days a week in office) Position Responsibilities Plans, manages, and oversees the execution of simultaneous technology, business and facility projects from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and schedule. Establishes and implements standardized methodologies, tools, and processes for project management, tailoring them to meet the client's unique needs. Creates, maintains, and manages project plans, deliverables, and documentation, including timelines, status reports, budgets, risk assessments, and quality plans. Coordinates resources across multiple teams, including IT, business units, and external vendors and contractors, to ensure optimal utilization and project success. Anticipates and resolves project risks, conflicts, and issues, ensuring that projects stay on track and deliver expected outcomes. Serves as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, ensuring clear, concise, and consistent communication across all levels of the client. Facilitates collaboration between business units and IT to define functional and technical requirements and achieve project objectives. Conducts regular project status meetings and provide routine updates to stakeholders and senior leadership, highlighting key milestones, risks, and achievements. Prepares and delivers executive-level presentations to communicate project progress, outcomes, and strategic recommendations. Collaborates with leadership to align projects with the client's strategic goals, ensuring that IT initiatives deliver measurable value to the organization. Integrates IT solutions into broader business projects to maximize operational efficiency and effectiveness. Acts as a champion for the project management discipline, sharing knowledge, mentoring team members, and promoting best practices. Stays informed about industry trends and innovations, integrating best practices into project management processes. Conducts post-project debriefs to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure end-user satisfaction. Oversees the transition of completed projects to operational teams, ensuring smooth handoff and ongoing support. Facilitates post-implementation testing and training to ensure users can effectively utilize new systems and tools. Key Competencies Deep understanding of project management tools, methodologies, and frameworks, including Agile and Waterfall approaches. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage shifting priorities and competing demands. Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and within budget while managing risks and maintaining quality. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to build relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, business units, and executive leadership. Experience with tactical IT project planning, process development, and adherence to established standards. Proficiency in IT tools and systems, including project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Monday.com or similar) and collaboration platforms (e.g., Teams, SharePoint). Knowledge of change management principles and the ability to guide stakeholders through process or system changes. Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. Minimum of 7+ years of project/program management experience, leading multiple complex, simultaneous projects. Experience in building or utilizing a PMO structure within an organization. Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PMI-ACP, PRINCE2) is preferred. Experience working in the legal industry or a professional services environment is a plus. If you are interested in this IT Project Manager job, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com. If you have questions about the position, please contact Vishal Sharma at Vishal.Sharma2@akkodisgroup.com Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy. The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: · The California Fair Chance Act · Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance · Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers · San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance