Job Description
Join Innovate Dynamics LLC as a Weekend Shift Project Manager and lead transformative initiatives while enjoying a 4-day work week! We're seeking a results-driven professional to oversee cross-functional projects in our fast-paced Chicago headquarters. This unique weekend schedule (Sat-Sun 7am-7pm) offers exceptional work-life balance without compromising impact. You'll drive agile methodologies, optimize resource allocation, and deliver mission-critical milestones for our enterprise clients. Benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, and a collaborative culture that values innovation and leadership.
Responsibilities
- End-to-end project lifecycle management from initiation to closure for weekend-based initiatives
- Lead cross-functional teams of 8-12 members across development, design, and QA domains
- Implement agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) with bi-weekly sprint planning and retrospectives
- Monitor project KPIs using Jira/Asana and maintain real-time dashboards for stakeholders
- Manage $500k+ project budgets with quarterly forecasting and variance analysis
- Facilitate risk mitigation strategies and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards
- Coordinate client communications and executive status reports via weekly syncs
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business, or related field (PMP/PRINCE2 certification required)
- 5+ years of project management experience with weekend shift or 24/7 operation exposure
- Proven track record delivering complex IT infrastructure or SaaS projects ($1M+ budget)
- Expertise in agile frameworks, resource leveling, and critical path methodology
- Advanced proficiency in MS Project, Smartsheet, and enterprise collaboration tools
- Strong conflict resolution skills with experience in matrixed organizational structures
- Valid US driver's license for occasional client site visits during weekend shifts