Sr. IT Project Lead

Maplewood, MN, US • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago
Full Time
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Skills

  • Clarity
  • Project Implementation
  • Microsoft
  • Project Management
  • Leadership
  • Project Documentation
  • Collaboration
  • Partnership
  • Management
  • Communication
  • Messaging
  • Waterfall
  • Microsoft Office
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Information Technology
  • Computer Science
  • JIRA
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Presentations
  • Reporting
  • PMP
  • Agile
  • MBA
  • Finance
  • Information Systems
  • Artificial Intelligence

Summary

We're seeking a seasoned IT Project Lead to support a high-visibility technology initiative in Maplewood, MN. This role is ideal for a collaborative project leader who thrives in complex, cross-functional environments and enjoys bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to large-scale work.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and ongoing management of high-level project plans, schedules, dependencies, milestones, and risks.
  • Coordinate work across cross-functional teams to keep deliverables aligned with project goals and timelines.
  • Support project execution using collaboration and reporting tools such as Jira, qTest, and Microsoft applications.
  • Partner with project leadership to establish and facilitate recurring meetings and communication cadences.
  • Create and maintain status updates and presentation materials for leadership and steering committee meetings.
  • Track project risks, develop mitigation approaches with stakeholders, and escalate issues when needed.
  • Manage project documentation and deliverables to support methodology and traceability requirements.
  • Work closely with internal partners and stakeholders to support the broader scope of the initiative.
Skills
  • 8+ years of experience leading complex programs with multiple project workstreams.
  • Strong ability to influence and coordinate through partnership rather than direct authority.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences.
  • Experience supporting large transformation programs.
  • Ability to synthesize project progress, identify priorities, and clearly communicate risks and blockers.
  • Working knowledge of both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related business applications.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience with FinTech transformation programs.
  • Familiarity with global teams and working across multiple time zones.
  • Hands-on experience with Atlassian Jira and Tricentis qTest.
  • Ability to create polished PowerPoint presentations for executive-level reporting.
  • PMP or Agile methodology background.
  • Master's degree such as an MBA, MS in Finance, MS in Information Systems, or a related field.

Horizontal is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and be part of a culture that supports equity, respect, and belonging.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10123528
  • Position Id: 75781
  • Posted 3 hours ago

Company Info

About Horizontal Talent

Horizontal Integration offers two service lines. Our staffing agency places IT, digital and creative talent in both contract and permanent roles. Our digital agency provides digital marketing strategy and technology consulting on a project basis. Many of our clients take advantage of both service lines.

We are a certified Minority Business Enterprise, with more than 200 employees across our offices in Minneapolis, Denver, Dallas and Vadodara, India. We ve been consistently growing and profitable since the company was founded in 2003.

Honors:
Recognized as a "2009 Best Place to Work" by Minneapolis/St.Paul Business Journal.

Fact:
Our people and our organization are deeply rooted in IT and interactive marketing.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us. All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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