Information Systems Project Manager - Menards

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.

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.