Project/Program Manager IT 3

Epitec, Inc

Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$55–$58 Per Hour

SKILLS

Calendar Management, Cross-Functional, Delivery Management, Detail Oriented, DevOps, Documentation Plan, IT Requirements, Infrastructure Software, Leadership, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Microsoft Windows Azure, Multitasking, Plan Meetings, Product Engineering, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Security Infrastructure, Software Upgrades, Technical Leadership, Time Management

LOCATION

Chicago, IL

POSTED

1 day ago

Job Title: Project/Program Manager IT 3
Location: Chicago, IL, Peoria, IL
Job Type: W2 Contract
Expected hours per week: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Hybrid (Monday – Friday)
Pay Range: $55-58 per hour
Job Description:

Provides end-to-end project leadership for initiatives driven by enterprise IT requirements, ensuring projects are planned, coordinated, and delivered effectively

Supports the work group by leading technical programs related to security hardening, infrastructure modernization, software upgrades, and retirement of obsolete technologies
Brings the technical depth needed to translate complex IT requirements into clear project plans, risks, dependencies, and execution steps for business and engineering stakeholders
Strengthens alignment across product and engineering teams and technical teams, enabling smooth cross-functional collaboration and timely delivery of shared priorities
Helps the organization maintain a secure, stable, and modern technology environment by driving implementation of critical enterprise-led initiatives within business unit

Typical task breakdown:

Operate within the Operating Model framework, applying agreed governance, delivery practices, and team ways of working
Build and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, and delivery trackers
Coordinate meetings and working sessions with product and engineering teams to align scope, technical dependencies, timelines, and responsibilities
Track project progress, key decisions, risks, issues, and dependencies, and drive follow-up actions to keep work moving on schedule
Use Azure DevOps and Confluence to manage work items, document plans and decisions, maintain project artifacts, and provide visibility into delivery status
Prepare and deliver regular stakeholder updates, including status, risks, blockers, and upcoming milestones, to ensure alignment and timely decision-making

Education & Experience Required:

Degree required
5-7 years in this capacity of a PM
PMP Certification a nice to have

Required Technical Skills

A strong IT technical background is highly desired, as the role requires solid understanding of technical requirements, architecture dependencies
Ability to understand and navigate infrastructure migrations, software upgrades, technology retirements, and security-related changes to manage delivery effectively and anticipate project risks

Soft Skills

Heavy attention to details required
Able multitask multiple projects at the same time
Ability to connect with teams from different organizations/business units/locations

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About the Company

Epitec, Inc

Epitec is a leading staffing and recruiting services company with a mission to make staffing personal. We go beyond traditional hiring by truly understanding our candidates and matching them with the perfect opportunities. We offer competitive compensation, career growth, and support throughout the entire process. Working with top Fortune 500 companies, we are recognized for our excellence with numerous awards, including Best & Brightest and diversity recognitions. At Epitec, we're redefining the future of employment.

COMPANY SIZE

2,500 to 4,999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance

FOUNDED

1978

WEBSITE

https://epitec.com/

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