RIT Solutions, Inc.
Senior Technical Project Manager - Data & BI
RIT Solutions, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Our client, a Top-tier Management Consulting firm, is seeking a
Senior Technical Project Manager - Data & BI
to lead complex, cross-functional data and analytics initiatives across the enterprise. This strategic role requires strong expertise in data platforms, project governance, and Agile delivery to drive the execution of Data & BI programs. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional leadership skills, deep experience managing data-focused initiatives, and a track record of delivering measurable business outcomes in fast-paced, matrixed environments. Key Responsibilities: Lead strategic, cross-functional Data and BI initiatives from start to finish, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives, timelines, and quality standards. Provide executive-level leadership to Agile delivery teams, managing collaboration across architecture, engineering, QA, deployment, and post-deployment support. Define and drive project direction in partnership with senior stakeholders, turning business goals into actionable delivery plans. Develop integrated project roadmaps, handling interdependencies, resource and capacity planning across multiple agile squads. Manage intake and prioritization for the Data/BI portfolio, balancing enterprise priorities with team bandwidth and long-term goals. Lead Agile ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Standups, Retrospectives) with a focus on continuous value delivery and operational efficiency. Identify and mitigate program-level risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring early escalation and transparency to leadership. Act as liaison between technical teams, business stakeholders, and vendors to ensure alignment across scope, timing, and outcomes. Foster a high-performing culture through mentorship, accountability, and structured team feedback. Provide senior-level reporting on delivery status, KPIs, resource utilization, financials, and risk to executive sponsors and governance boards. Oversee third-party/vendor relationships, ensuring delivery milestones, performance, and quality standards are met. Drive end-to-end delivery of data solutions-from planning through value realization. Promote enterprise Agile and EPMO-aligned project management practices, leading modernization efforts through automation and continuous improvement. Maintain clear and proactive stakeholder communication, leveraging dashboards, demos, and leadership updates. Required Experience & Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in technical project management, ideally within Data & Business Intelligence domains. Proven track record leading complex, cross-functional data/analytics projects in mid-to-large enterprise environments. Deep understanding of data platforms, pipelines, governance, and BI tools. Proficient in Agile (Scrum, SAFe), Waterfall, and hybrid SDLC methodologies. Hands-on experience with project tools: JIRA, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana, etc. Skilled at managing internal, nearshore, and offshore delivery teams and vendor partners. Strong organizational and prioritization capabilities, handling multiple workstreams in dynamic settings. Expertise in vendor management, including contract and deliverables oversight. Strong financial skills-budgeting, forecasting, and capacity planning. Excellent communicator, capable of delivering executive-level reporting and simplifying technical updates for diverse stakeholders.
Senior Technical Project Manager - Data & BI
to lead complex, cross-functional data and analytics initiatives across the enterprise. This strategic role requires strong expertise in data platforms, project governance, and Agile delivery to drive the execution of Data & BI programs. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional leadership skills, deep experience managing data-focused initiatives, and a track record of delivering measurable business outcomes in fast-paced, matrixed environments. Key Responsibilities: Lead strategic, cross-functional Data and BI initiatives from start to finish, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives, timelines, and quality standards. Provide executive-level leadership to Agile delivery teams, managing collaboration across architecture, engineering, QA, deployment, and post-deployment support. Define and drive project direction in partnership with senior stakeholders, turning business goals into actionable delivery plans. Develop integrated project roadmaps, handling interdependencies, resource and capacity planning across multiple agile squads. Manage intake and prioritization for the Data/BI portfolio, balancing enterprise priorities with team bandwidth and long-term goals. Lead Agile ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Standups, Retrospectives) with a focus on continuous value delivery and operational efficiency. Identify and mitigate program-level risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring early escalation and transparency to leadership. Act as liaison between technical teams, business stakeholders, and vendors to ensure alignment across scope, timing, and outcomes. Foster a high-performing culture through mentorship, accountability, and structured team feedback. Provide senior-level reporting on delivery status, KPIs, resource utilization, financials, and risk to executive sponsors and governance boards. Oversee third-party/vendor relationships, ensuring delivery milestones, performance, and quality standards are met. Drive end-to-end delivery of data solutions-from planning through value realization. Promote enterprise Agile and EPMO-aligned project management practices, leading modernization efforts through automation and continuous improvement. Maintain clear and proactive stakeholder communication, leveraging dashboards, demos, and leadership updates. Required Experience & Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in technical project management, ideally within Data & Business Intelligence domains. Proven track record leading complex, cross-functional data/analytics projects in mid-to-large enterprise environments. Deep understanding of data platforms, pipelines, governance, and BI tools. Proficient in Agile (Scrum, SAFe), Waterfall, and hybrid SDLC methodologies. Hands-on experience with project tools: JIRA, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana, etc. Skilled at managing internal, nearshore, and offshore delivery teams and vendor partners. Strong organizational and prioritization capabilities, handling multiple workstreams in dynamic settings. Expertise in vendor management, including contract and deliverables oversight. Strong financial skills-budgeting, forecasting, and capacity planning. Excellent communicator, capable of delivering executive-level reporting and simplifying technical updates for diverse stakeholders.