Menards
Information Systems Project Manager
Menards, Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States, 54701
Information Systems Project Manager
Job#:379290
Location:EAU CLAIRE, WI - Corporate Office
Department:Information Systems
Category:General Office
Salary:Hourly
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Job Description
Why Work for Menards?
Profit Sharing & 401K, Paid Vacation & Holidays
Team Member Discount
Highly collaborative work environment
Monday – Friday work week
Pay based on experience
POSITION SUMMARY:
A Project Manager I in the Information Services department is responsible for the coordination and successful execution of technology-based projects, managing all fundamental aspects including scope, budget, and schedule. This role requires regular monitoring and reporting on project progress, and effective relationship management with team members and cross-departmental stakeholders. The Project Manager I should be familiar with both traditional (Waterfall) and modern (Agile) project management methodologies.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee the execution of IS application development and infrastructure projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints under the guidance of senior project management personnel.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives clearly.
Develop and maintain a detailed project plan to track and monitor progress effectively.
Manage financial aspects of the project, including budget preparation and cost tracking.
Provide regular updates to stakeholders, maintaining transparent communication regarding project status.
Implement change management processes to adjust project scope, schedule, and costs as needed.
Maintain comprehensive project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Support requirements management and stakeholder engagement to ensure project alignment with business needs.
Independently coordinate with IS management teams to address resource allocation and scheduling challenges.
Facilitate project meetings, ensuring effective minute taking and action item tracking.
Deliver project status reports to both IS Management and business stakeholders.
Skills/Requirements
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum 1 year of experience in I.S. Project Management.
Minimum 2 years of experience in Information Systems.
Formal training in project management or a recognized project management certification is required.
Experience with collaboration and project management tools such Jira, Confluence, BigPicture, Custom Charts, Webex is preferred.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Comprehensive understanding of various software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies.
Basic skills in requirements management and elicitation.
Outgoing, confident, and comfortable communicating with all levels of management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in team settings.
Availability to work extra hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
Legal eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Project management certification or training desired.
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Job#:379290
Location:EAU CLAIRE, WI - Corporate Office
Department:Information Systems
Category:General Office
Salary:Hourly
Apply To This Job
Return To List
Job Description
Why Work for Menards?
Profit Sharing & 401K, Paid Vacation & Holidays
Team Member Discount
Highly collaborative work environment
Monday – Friday work week
Pay based on experience
POSITION SUMMARY:
A Project Manager I in the Information Services department is responsible for the coordination and successful execution of technology-based projects, managing all fundamental aspects including scope, budget, and schedule. This role requires regular monitoring and reporting on project progress, and effective relationship management with team members and cross-departmental stakeholders. The Project Manager I should be familiar with both traditional (Waterfall) and modern (Agile) project management methodologies.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee the execution of IS application development and infrastructure projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints under the guidance of senior project management personnel.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives clearly.
Develop and maintain a detailed project plan to track and monitor progress effectively.
Manage financial aspects of the project, including budget preparation and cost tracking.
Provide regular updates to stakeholders, maintaining transparent communication regarding project status.
Implement change management processes to adjust project scope, schedule, and costs as needed.
Maintain comprehensive project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Support requirements management and stakeholder engagement to ensure project alignment with business needs.
Independently coordinate with IS management teams to address resource allocation and scheduling challenges.
Facilitate project meetings, ensuring effective minute taking and action item tracking.
Deliver project status reports to both IS Management and business stakeholders.
Skills/Requirements
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum 1 year of experience in I.S. Project Management.
Minimum 2 years of experience in Information Systems.
Formal training in project management or a recognized project management certification is required.
Experience with collaboration and project management tools such Jira, Confluence, BigPicture, Custom Charts, Webex is preferred.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Comprehensive understanding of various software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies.
Basic skills in requirements management and elicitation.
Outgoing, confident, and comfortable communicating with all levels of management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in team settings.
Availability to work extra hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
Legal eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Project management certification or training desired.
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