Lead IT Project Manager Data & BI Projects

Pipe Recruit; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

On-site 3 days a week

Job summary

A staffing firm is looking for a Lead IT Project Manager to oversee Data & BI projects in New York. This role requires managing cross-functional teams and ensuring project goals are met while working hybrid (3 days in office). Candidates should be proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, with experience in Azure fundamentals, JIRA, or ADO. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential, and experience in Insurance/Reinsurance is preferred. Join us to lead impactful projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience with Azure fundamentals, JIRA, or ADO.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with globally dispersed teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and backlogs.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including data analysts and engineers.
• Communicate project updates and manage expectations.
• Identify and mitigate risks, develop contingency plans, and ensure quality deliverables.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget with proper documentation.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to collaborate with globally dispersed teams

Leadership

Global collaboration

Tools

Azure fundamentals

JIRA

ADO

Power BI

Tableau

ETL tools

Job description

About the job Lead IT Project Manager Data & BI Projects

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid: 3 days in office)

Type: Contract

Job Summary

Seeking a Lead IT Project Manager to oversee Data & BI projects with a strong preference for candidates with Insurance/Reinsurance experience. The role requires on-site presence in NYC three days a week and managing globally distributed teams across the US, UK, and India.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and backlogs.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including data analysts and engineers.
• Communicate project updates, manage expectations, and present status reports.
• Identify and mitigate risks, develop contingency plans, and ensure quality deliverables.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget with proper documentation.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience with Azure fundamentals, JIRA, or ADO.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with globally dispersed teams.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools.
• Familiarity with ETL processes and data integration.
• Experience in enterprise IT environments with cloud technologies.