Project Manager - Contractor

Wavicledata; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,768 - 89,544; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and bonuses

Unlimited paid time off

Health, retirement, and life insurance plans

Long-term incentive programs

Job summary

Wavicledata is seeking a Project Manager in Chicago, IL to oversee new product solutions and provide technical support. The role involves managing project plans while ensuring quality, schedule, and cost objectives. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, PMP certification, and 2-5 years of experience in project management. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies is essential. The position offers a competitive pay of $55 - $65 per hour along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of professional project management experience.
• Some experience leading projects in IT or business environment.
• Familiarity with ITIL concepts.

Responsibilities

• Interact with clients regarding business needs.
• Review and interpret business requirements.
• Ensure achievement of business goals and objectives.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Agile/Scrum methodologies

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or related field

PMP certification

Tools

Standard project management software

Job description

A BIT ABOUT WAVICLE

Wavicle Data Solutions is a founder‑led, high‑growth consulting firm helping organizations unlock the full potential of cloud, data, and AI. We’re known for delivering real business results through intelligent transformation—modernizing data platforms, enabling AI‑driven decision‑making, and accelerating time‑to‑value across industries.

At the heart of our approach is WIT—the Wavicle Intelligence Framework. WIT brings together our proprietary accelerators, delivery models, and partner expertise into one powerful engine for transformation. It’s how we help clients move faster, reduce costs, and create lasting impact—and it’s where your ideas, skills, and contributions can make a real difference.

Our work is deeply rooted in strong partnerships with AWS, Databricks, Google Cloud, and Azure, enabling us to deliver cutting‑edge solutions built on the best technologies the industry has to offer.

With over 500 team members across 42 cities in the U.S., Canada, and India, Wavicle offers a flexible, digitally connected work environment built on collaboration and growth.

We invest in our people through:

• Competitive compensation and bonuses
• Unlimited paid time off
• Health, retirement, and life insurance plans
• Long‑term incentive programs
• Meaningful work that blends innovation and purpose

If you’re passionate about solving complex problems, exploring what’s next in AI, and being part of a team that values delivery excellence and career development—you’ll feel right at home here.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Wavicle is hiring a Project Manager to plan and manage the delivery of new product solutions and associated technical support services in support of the business objectives and ongoing operations. The Project Manager manages risk using established project management processes to address execution challenges associated with quality, schedule, and cost. This position leads, defines and manages project plans to achieve strategic business goals and operational objectives. They will also serve as a resource to other team members on escalated issues, guiding them in the development and delivery of their work product.

WHAT YOU WILL GET TO DO

• Interact with clients regarding the nature of the business need or issue to be addressed.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Review and interpret business requirements and develop detailed technical requirements.
• Analyze requirements and determine how they will affect new or existing systems.
• Facilitate the development of project plans related to schedule, budget, scope, and resources.
• Ensure achievement of business goals and objectives by proactively communicating with project stakeholders.
• Follow IT development processes such as change management, configuration management, security compliance.
• Understands each project's critical path activities and proactively manages those to the project's benefit.
• Leads subject matter experts to resolve project challenges.
• Interacts with customers to solve problems quickly and effectively.
• Effectively communicates technical information to non‑technical personnel, both verbally and in writing.
• Acts as an escalation point for incidents and alerts.
• Prepares reports and conduct meetings with client, partners, and staff.
• Writes peer reviews and document issues as required.
• Communicates project issues to Project Executive and/or PMO lead.
• Creates documentation for project activity audit trail.
• Collects and compile data/information for projects and presentations.
• Assists in the development of work product for the client.
• Generates Proposals and/or State of Work (SOW).
• Pursues continuous learning, staying on top of industry trends, sharing knowledge with others.
• Identifies and closes business opportunities.
• Performs other tasks as requested by the Project Executive and/or PMO lead.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Computer Science, Business, or related field is required.
• 2 - 5 years of professional project management experience, which includes managing projects throughout all phases of the project lifecycle (initiation thru close‑out) is required.
• PMP certification is required.
• Some experience leading projects in IT or business environment is required.
• Experience withagile/scrum methodologies coupled withpreviousexperience working in anagile environment is required.
• Familiarity with ITIL concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Advanced skills using Microsoft Office products is required.
• Ability to work within a team environment, interact with clients, and use problem‑solving techniques.
• Managed Services and Consulting experience is highly desirable.

$55 - $65 an hour

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Wavicle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status.