Strategic PM Lead: Data-Driven, Stakeholder-Focused

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Illinois seeks a seasoned Project Manager to lead stakeholder engagements, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and drive delivery across complex programs.

You will leverage BI and PM tools (Tableau, Quicksite, JIRA, Excel, Google Sheets) to analyze data, join disparate datasets, and report clear insights to executives and teams. The role emphasizes coaching delivery teams, strong communication, and ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years in Project Management and 2+ years supporting internal business clients.
• Proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets and ability to join disparate datasets.
• MBA or PMP certification preferred.
• Experience with regulated environments and risk management is a plus.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead regular stakeholder meetings to ensure alignment and visibility into plans and requests.
• Leverage BI and PM tools (Tableau, Quicksite, JIRA, Excel) to support stakeholders.
• Analyze data by joining disparate datasets to present clear solutions.
• Demonstrate proven project management to structure tasks and manage expectations.
• Coach and develop delivery teams, promoting leadership across the org.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels to influence outcomes.
• Apply waterfall, agile, and design-thinking methodologies.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently and identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Leadership

Agile Methodology

Lean Methodology

Six Sigma

Problem Solving

JIRA Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree or MBA (preferred)

Military experience

Tools

JIRA

Tableau

Quicksite

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Jobtailor in Illinois seeks a seasoned Project Manager to lead stakeholder engagements, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and drive delivery across complex programs.

You will leverage BI and PM tools (Tableau, Quicksite, JIRA, Excel, Google Sheets) to analyze data, join disparate datasets, and report clear insights to executives and teams. The role emphasizes coaching delivery teams, strong communication, and ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.