Global IT Program Lead for Life Sciences

Capgemini Engineering; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 111,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in Chicago is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead complex initiatives from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of project management experience, a solid background in software development, and proficiency in project management tools like Jira and Smartsheet. Responsibilities include managing cross‑functional teams and ensuring project deliverables meet organizational objectives. This role offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits plan.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project management, business systems analysis, or software development.
• Proven track record delivering cross‑functional IT programs or projects within a corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of software development practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of large‑scale, cross‑functional IT projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, requirements, and key deliverables.
• Manage vendor engagements and project financials.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Agile methodologies

Communication

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science, or related discipline

Tools

Jira

Smartsheet

Excel

Confluence

Job description

A leading technology consultancy in Chicago is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead complex initiatives from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of project management experience, a solid background in software development, and proficiency in project management tools like Jira and Smartsheet. Responsibilities include managing cross‑functional teams and ensuring project deliverables meet organizational objectives. This role offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits plan.