Technical Project Manager

About Illumination Works

At Illumination Works, we know data, and we should, we’ve been doing it since we started in 2006! We specialize in everything data from big data to data science, data engineering, software engineering, and cloud design. We are a trusted technology partner in user-centered digital transformation—delivering impactful business results to clients. We partner with customers to solve their unique technology and data challenges and stay on top of modern technologies and advancements leveraging our Innovation Lab. Check out our website to learn more at www.ilwllc.com.

Why choose us?

We invest in our employees in all aspects of their life and we value family. We offer market competitive salary, a generous PTO package, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans. We also offer 401K, short/long-term disability insurance, a fun and engaging culture, and training opportunities to keep you up to speed on the latest technologies.

Illumination Works is committed to hiring and retaining the best workforce. We hire the best talent for our customers’ needs. We make our hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Acceptable candidates must successfully pass a drug test and background screen.

Role Overview

Illumination Works is looking for a Technical Project Manager to drive data-focused client execution and strategic planning and coordination with client. In this role, you will be responsible for bridging the gap between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring projects are completed on time, and aligned with organizational goals as well as assisting the client with strategic priorities.

Do you have what it takes? Are you driven to implement creative solutions that unravel complex and ever-changing challenges? We value passion, curiosity, and perseverance with an ability to communicate ideas and results to diverse audiences. We look for people who thrive in collaborative and independent assignments, have the aptitude to learn new data quickly, and who are willing to mentor junior team members.

Key Responsibilities and Skills

• Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise data analytics and data science initiatives, ensuring alignment with client mission objectives and digital transformation goals
• Serve as a strategic advisor, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance data-driven decision-making and long-term capability growth
• Partner with stakeholders to shape and refine project vision, translating mission needs into actionable technical roadmaps and deliverables
• Collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers, and architects to ensure technical solutions are feasible, scalable, and aligned with best practices
• Drive Agile project execution using tools such as Jira, managing backlogs, sprint planning, and continuous delivery cycles
• Develop, maintain, and communicate detailed project plans, schedules, risks, and status updates to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Act as a key liaison between stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring clear communication, expectation alignment, and stakeholder satisfaction
• Promote and support strong data governance practices, including data quality, lineage, security, and compliance within all project efforts
• Ensure delivery of high-quality solutions that meet business requirements, technical standards, and performance expectations

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and stakeholder management skills
• 7+ years of experience in project management, preferably within the DoW
• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or comparable academic discipline
• Project Management Professional certification is a plus
• Must have Secret Clearance (this requires US Citizenship)
• Acceptable candidates must successfully pass a drug test and background screen