Technical Project Manager

Naperville, IL

We are looking for qualified Project Managers to become a part of our Software Implementation Delivery and Services Team. In this role, you will work as part of a team implementing our Sales Compensation and Incentive Management software solutions using the latest technologies. This role is responsible for becoming a subject matter and technical expert for the Prowess™ Software Solutions Suite.

You will be working with dynamic and growing organizations while having your hunger for variety and challenge satisfied. You will have a multi-faceted position, which will blend specific project-oriented technical tasks with project management and account management responsibilities. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong business consulting, project ownership, and technical skills through previous work experience.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with internal resources and client team to implement the Prowess application.
• Perform requirements gathering, blueprinting, project plans, testing plans, contingency and cutover plans, and post-implementation support.
• Ensure project objectives, deliverables, deadlines, and requirements are clear and agreed upon by the client, senior management, and internal team members.
• Manage relationships with clients and all stakeholders, with a focus on setting expectations and maintaining ongoing client satisfaction through effective project management and a strong commitment to customer service.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Coordinate software upgrades and related testing activities as required.
• Develop project plans and scope, create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, manage issues and risks, and escalate project related issues to appropriate levels of management as required.
• Maintain open, clear, and constant communication among internal team, client, and senior management.
• Continuously monitor project progress and compose detailed scheduled reports on measurable items, such as milestones and deliverables.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in project management, preferably over software development projects.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and prioritization skills.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• General working knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and establish priorities to achieve results while remaining committed to providing exceptional customer service.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Safe Harbor 401k Plan.
• Employer-Paid Life and Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• PTO and Paid Vacation Days.
• Corporate Partnership with Lifetime Fitness.
• Bonus Plan.

To apply, please email resume to hr@thatchertech.com.