ProSearch
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Technical Debt Project Manager – Mainframe Application Decommissioning
North Dakota (Hybrid)
Immediate Start
Pay Depends on Experience
Required: Previous experience of retiring Mainframe Technologies as a Project Manager is essential.
Our client is seeking an experienced
Technical Debt Project Manager
to lead a high-impact initiative focused on retiring legacy mainframe applications. This role plays a critical part in modernizing the technology landscape by overseeing the decommissioning of
27 applications
running on unsupported platforms, including the
IBM Z-Series Mainframe . Project Overview: As our client moves toward full mainframe retirement, this role will coordinate IT and business stakeholders to migrate or eliminate outdated applications and systems, including
COBOL, DB2, and ADABAS
environments. You’ll manage solution implementation, data migration, IT process changes, vendor oversight, and resource allocation. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end project execution and daily operations for the technical debt reduction effort. Collaborate with IT PM and Large Project Oversight PM to align strategy with operational execution. Serve as subject matter expert on mainframe system decommissioning, ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. Identify and resolve risks, issues, and resource gaps proactively. Deliver
weekly business-focused project status reports
summarizing key milestones, risks, issues, and progress. Optimize the use of budget, vendors, and staff to meet project goals efficiently. Produce and manage essential project documentation and deliverables including: Communication & QA Plans Implementation & Support Plans Post-Implementation Report & Final Acceptance Qualifications: Proven experience
managing large-scale projects involving
mainframe application retirement . Strong understanding of legacy systems (e.g., IBM Z-Series, COBOL, DB2, ADABAS). Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and vendors in high-stakes environments. Excellent communication, leadership, and reporting skills. Experience delivering high-quality documentation and managing complex migration projects. Apply today
to help our client modernize essential services for the future. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Contract Job function
Job function Information Technology Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ProSearch by 2x Get notified about new Information Technology Project Manager jobs in
North Dakota, United States . Manager Trainee - Operations (Travel Program; Relocation Required)
Clinical Research Program Manager - Sanford Imagenetics
Clinical Research Program Manager - Sanford Imagenetics
Senior Fleet Risk Operations & Project Manager- REMOTE
Senior Mining Project Manager (Geochemistry or Hydrogeology)
Bismarck, ND $120,000.00-$165,000.00 2 weeks ago New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Grand Forks, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Mandan, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Wilton, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Fargo, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Lincoln, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (West Fargo, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Thompson, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Horace, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
Fargo, ND $137,280.00-$198,293.33 1 month ago Fargo, ND $149,760.00-$216,320.00 1 month ago Fargo, ND $130,400.00-$176,500.00 3 days ago Fargo, ND $110,000.00-$150,000.00 3 days ago Senior Level - Technical Debt Project Manager
Senior Level - Technical Debt Project Manager
North Dakota, United States $116,000.00-$231,000.00 2 days ago West Fargo, ND $105,000.00-$155,375.00 5 months ago Bismarck, ND $125,000.00-$185,000.00 4 days ago West Fargo, ND $105,000.00-$155,375.00 4 months ago Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager
Fargo, ND $180,000.00-$220,000.00 4 days ago Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager
Grand Forks, ND $180,000.00-$220,000.00 4 days ago Fargo, ND $116,000.00-$231,000.00 2 days ago Senior Project Manager– Water Resources/Stormwater
Plymouth, ND $105,000.00-$165,000.00 3 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Technical Debt Project Manager
to lead a high-impact initiative focused on retiring legacy mainframe applications. This role plays a critical part in modernizing the technology landscape by overseeing the decommissioning of
27 applications
running on unsupported platforms, including the
IBM Z-Series Mainframe . Project Overview: As our client moves toward full mainframe retirement, this role will coordinate IT and business stakeholders to migrate or eliminate outdated applications and systems, including
COBOL, DB2, and ADABAS
environments. You’ll manage solution implementation, data migration, IT process changes, vendor oversight, and resource allocation. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end project execution and daily operations for the technical debt reduction effort. Collaborate with IT PM and Large Project Oversight PM to align strategy with operational execution. Serve as subject matter expert on mainframe system decommissioning, ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. Identify and resolve risks, issues, and resource gaps proactively. Deliver
weekly business-focused project status reports
summarizing key milestones, risks, issues, and progress. Optimize the use of budget, vendors, and staff to meet project goals efficiently. Produce and manage essential project documentation and deliverables including: Communication & QA Plans Implementation & Support Plans Post-Implementation Report & Final Acceptance Qualifications: Proven experience
managing large-scale projects involving
mainframe application retirement . Strong understanding of legacy systems (e.g., IBM Z-Series, COBOL, DB2, ADABAS). Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and vendors in high-stakes environments. Excellent communication, leadership, and reporting skills. Experience delivering high-quality documentation and managing complex migration projects. Apply today
to help our client modernize essential services for the future. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Contract Job function
Job function Information Technology Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ProSearch by 2x Get notified about new Information Technology Project Manager jobs in
North Dakota, United States . Manager Trainee - Operations (Travel Program; Relocation Required)
Clinical Research Program Manager - Sanford Imagenetics
Clinical Research Program Manager - Sanford Imagenetics
Senior Fleet Risk Operations & Project Manager- REMOTE
Senior Mining Project Manager (Geochemistry or Hydrogeology)
Bismarck, ND $120,000.00-$165,000.00 2 weeks ago New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Grand Forks, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Mandan, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Wilton, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Fargo, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Lincoln, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (West Fargo, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Thompson, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
New Lifeline Phone Program - Sales Team Manager (Horace, North Dakota) (100% Uncapped Performance-Based Earnings)
Fargo, ND $137,280.00-$198,293.33 1 month ago Fargo, ND $149,760.00-$216,320.00 1 month ago Fargo, ND $130,400.00-$176,500.00 3 days ago Fargo, ND $110,000.00-$150,000.00 3 days ago Senior Level - Technical Debt Project Manager
Senior Level - Technical Debt Project Manager
North Dakota, United States $116,000.00-$231,000.00 2 days ago West Fargo, ND $105,000.00-$155,375.00 5 months ago Bismarck, ND $125,000.00-$185,000.00 4 days ago West Fargo, ND $105,000.00-$155,375.00 4 months ago Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager
Fargo, ND $180,000.00-$220,000.00 4 days ago Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager
Grand Forks, ND $180,000.00-$220,000.00 4 days ago Fargo, ND $116,000.00-$231,000.00 2 days ago Senior Project Manager– Water Resources/Stormwater
Plymouth, ND $105,000.00-$165,000.00 3 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr