Project Manager

Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. (LRS); Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Codeworks, an LRS Company, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead business-focused initiatives from planning through execution. This role requires strong project leadership, stakeholder management, and partnering with business and technology teams.

The hybrid Milwaukee-based position entails onsite attendance three days per week. Contract through end of 2027 with potential extension or hire, and a base rate of $45.00–$60.00 per hour for new hires across U.S. locations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management or Program Management experience.
• Experience leading complex cross-functional projects.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience managing project timelines, risks, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Ability to work effectively with both business and technical teams.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate work across business teams and project partners.
• Track project progress, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Lead project meetings and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation and action-item tracking.
• Support decision-making and help remove project roadblocks.
• Ensure projects remain aligned with business goals and expected outcomes.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Relationship Management

KPI & Metrics Reporting

Analytical Thinking

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

PMP certification preferred

Job description

Codeworks, an LRS Company, has over 25 years of experience serving Fortune 1000 companies in Wisconsin as well as our clients' national locations. Our recruiting team excels at evaluating, advising, and connecting IT professionals with new opportunities that will satisfy their expectations regarding income and opportunity for growth.

Who We're Looking For

Codeworks is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead business-focused initiatives from planning through execution. This role requires strong project leadership, stakeholder management, and the ability to partner effectively with both business and technology teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate work across business teams and project partners.
• Track project progress, risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Lead project meetings and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Maintain project documentation and action-item tracking.
• Support decision-making and help remove project roadblocks.
• Ensure projects remain aligned with business goals and expected outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management or Program Management experience.
• Experience leading complex cross-functional projects.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience managing project timelines, risks, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Ability to work effectively with both business and technical teams.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Financial services, banking, insurance, or investment industry experience.
• Contact center or customer service operations experience.
• Experience supporting business and technology-driven initiatives.
• PMP certification preferred but not required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Desired Skills

• Project Management
• Stakeholder Relationship Management
• KPI & Metrics Reporting
• Analytical Thinking
• Change Management

Location

Hybrid role requiring onsite attendance three days per week in the Milwaukee area.

Contract Duration

Contract through the end of 2027 with potential for extension or hire.

Additional Information

No C2C. Candidates must be able to work directly on W2.

Compensation

The base range for this contract position is $45.00 - $60.00 per hour, depending on experience. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all U.S. locations. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors.

Codeworks, an LRS Company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status.

In some cases, LRS Consulting uses generative artificial intelligence ("AI") in support of our hiring processes. LRS takes steps to ensure the use of AI does not result in discrimination based on protected class(es). AI may be used in the hiring process solely in support of the assessment of candidate qualifications. All decisions in the hiring process are made by LRS employees. If AI will be used in the hiring process for the position for which you are applying, you will be notified and will have the opportunity to opt out. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions.