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Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager with our client in Minneapolis, MN.

As a Technology Project Manager at our client, you will own the full project lifecycle - from planning and execution to delivery and post-implementation review. You will function as the bridge between business stakeholders, technical teams, and third-party vendors, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Core Responsibilities:

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior leadership and key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives
• Develop, execute, and manage comprehensive project plans using Microsoft Project or Excel, tracking milestones, deliverables, and daily tasks with precision
• Communicate project expectations, status updates, and risks clearly and consistently to team members and stakeholders — setting the standard for transparency and accountability
• Identify and secure internal and external resources by partnering with resource managers to staff projects appropriately
• Proactively manage scope changes, anticipate potential risks, and develop contingency plans to keep projects on track
• Schedule and lead project meetings, including preparing agendas and distributing meeting minutes
• Assist in the preparation of test approaches, ensuring test plans and scripts are written and executed thoroughly prior to implementation
• Step in to fill project role gaps as needed — whether that means gathering requirements, writing test scripts, or conducting testing directly
• Facilitate user training and lead implementation checkpoint meetings to support seamless project delivery
• Coach, mentor, and motivate project team members and contractors, fostering a culture of accountability and positive action
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and produce recommendations reports to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement

We are looking for a confident, collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance multiple priorities without losing sight of the details.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required (focus in Business, Finance, or Technology preferred)
• 4–6 years of direct project management experience, encompassing all aspects of process development and execution
• Demonstrated understanding of all phases of the project life cycle and associated deliverables
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project
• Strong vendor management skills with the ability to work independently or with minimal oversight
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences
• Proven ability to manage scope changes, project risk, and cross-functional teams effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure
• Comfortable working on multiple concurrent projects across a variety of business lines
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the Finance or Brokerage industry strongly preferred
• PMP Certification is a plus
• Experience with Smartsheet is a plus
• Familiarity with system development methodologies and deliverables

Hybrid Work Environment:

To foster team collaboration, we require three days in the office each week. Tuesdays and Wednesdays serve as our core in-person days, while the third day is flexible based on your schedule.

The base range for this contract position is $70-$100 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.

Fulcrum Consulting, 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.