IT Project Manager Lead Specialist

The IT Project Manager Lead / Specialist will oversee a variety of technology projects, ranging from smaller initiatives to medium and large-scale implementations. This individual will be responsible for managing project scope, budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder expectations while ensuring projects follow established project management standards., * Lead IT projects from initial planning through implementation and final delivery.

• Establish project schedules, milestones, resource requirements, budgets, and deliverables.
• Track project spending, timelines, and progress to ensure alignment with established objectives.
• Identify potential risks, dependencies, and obstacles, developing plans to minimize their impact.
• Coordinate project teams, business stakeholders, technical resources, and external vendors.
• Facilitate communication between project participants to maintain alignment on priorities and expectations.
• Apply Agile, Scrum, or traditional project management methodologies based on project requirements.
• Monitor project performance and communicate status updates, key metrics, and potential concerns.
• Support technology initiatives involving SAP modules, data analytics, and system integrations.
• Address project issues, resolve conflicts, and adapt plans as business needs evolve.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with established governance processes.
• Conduct project reviews to evaluate outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide guidance to project team members and help reinforce consistent project management practices.
• Build productive relationships with stakeholders and vendors to support successful project delivery., * Hybrid work arrangement, with a strong preference for candidates who can work onsite 2-3 days per week.
• Projects may include SAP module implementations, data and analytics initiatives, and new system integrations.
• Responsibilities may span multiple smaller projects or a single medium-to-large initiative.
• Virtual interview process consisting of one interview.
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, the position requires a background check and drug screening.

Perks:

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead impactful enterprise technology initiatives.
• Exposure to SAP/S/4HANA implementations, analytics, and system integrations.
• Collaboration with business leaders, technical teams, and external vendors.
• Long-term contract opportunity with the potential to make a meaningful contribution to technology projects.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

The ideal candidate has experience leading IT projects, preferably involving SAP or S/4HANA environments, and can navigate changing requirements while maintaining strong communication and accountability across project teams. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and Scrum is highly valued., * Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Information Technology, or a related field with 7 years of directly related experience; OR an associate’s degree in a related field with 10 years of experience; OR 12 years of directly related experience.

• Demonstrated experience leading or managing projects within an IT environment.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, resources, risks, and stakeholder expectations.
• SAP or S/4HANA project experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Scrum and Agile project management practices preferred.
• Experience with Jira, Microsoft Project, or comparable project management tools preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Experience working with data-driven initiatives, analytics, or large datasets is beneficial.
• PMP certification, Agile Certified Practitioner certification, or Certified Scrum Master credential is preferred.