Maplewood, Minnesota
|Remote
|Contract
|Job ID 71581|Posted Sep 5, 2025We are on the lookout for a dynamic IT Project Lead to guide cross-functional projects from inception to completion. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and excel at driving strategic outcomes, this role is perfect for you!
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Create comprehensive project plans, including timelines and resource management.
- Lead diverse project teams, fostering cooperation across various departments.
- Track project progress and address risks and issues promptly.
- Adapt project scope, schedule, and budget as necessary, ensuring compliance with standards.
- Maintain effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Conduct evaluations post-project to identify opportunities for improvement.
Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in project management or a similar role.
- Strong grasp of project management methodologies and certifications like PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or Agile.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Asana, Jira, or Smartsheet.
Preferred Skills
- Background in healthcare, med tech manufacturing, regulatory, or product stewardship.
- Expertise in change management and stakeholder engagement.
- Skills in data-driven decision-making and analytical thinking.
- Experience with budgeting and task tracking.
At Horizontal, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for all. We believe that our differences make us stronger and encourage a culture of belonging.
Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.
In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.
All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.