Project Manager

Description

*This role will be on-site as needed. Manager is open to Peoria, IL or Chicago, IL but there is a strong preference for Peoria. This Project/Program Manager will serve as the central point of coordination across several technology and analytics teams, including Data Engineering, Business Intelligence (BI), and Reporting & Insights. They will provide support to teams who are responsible for building dashboards and reporting functions that helps product and business leaders make better decisions. Candidates with experience supporting one of the following are highly desirable: Data Engineering, Analytics, BI, Reporting, or Automation teams. This individual will be responsible for managing the intake, prioritization, tracking, and communication of a growing volume of work requests while ensuring alignment across multiple teams and stakeholders. This role will play a critical part in providing visibility into ongoing initiatives, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and driving execution across a diverse portfolio of projects and operational workstreams. Duties: Serve as the primary coordination point for work across Data Engineering, BI, Reporting & Insights, Insights Hub, and Email Automation teams. Manage the intake and prioritization process for incoming project requests, enhancements, and support needs. Partner with business stakeholders and technical teams to clarify requirements, establish priorities, and align on timelines. Maintain visibility into project portfolios, resource allocation, dependencies, risks, and delivery status. Facilitate cross-functional meetings, status updates, and program reviews to ensure stakeholders remain informed and aligned. Track progress across multiple concurrent initiatives and proactively identify roadblocks or competing priorities. Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, reporting dashboards, and executive-level communications. Escalate risks, issues, and resource constraints appropriately while driving resolution. Establish and improve program governance, intake processes, prioritization frameworks, and reporting mechanisms. Collaborate with team leads and managers to ensure work is appropriately planned and coordinated across teams. Support strategic planning efforts by providing insights into team capacity, project demand, and upcoming initiatives.

Skills

Project management, azure devops, Technology knowledge, Change Request Intake, Jira, Microsoft Planner, pmp certification, Agile

Top Skills Details

Project management,azure devops,Technology knowledge,Change Request Intake

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting Data Engineering, Analytics, BI, Reporting, or Automation teams. Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or hybrid project delivery methodologies. PMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, or related project management certifications.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Peoria, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Peoria, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Peoria,IL.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.