102 - Project Manager

Techstra Solutions•Pittsburgh, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager will join Techstra Solutions’ team in Pittsburgh to lead client-facing engagements in an IT consulting environment. The role manages high-impact projects involving AI, software development, data, and automation, serving as the primary client contact and coordinating internal technical teams to deliver complex consulting projects and measurable business outcomes. The Project Manager oversees engagements from initiation through closure, manages project teams and client expectations, and monitors project health, budgets, resources, risks, issues, and deliverables. The role uses non-agile delivery methodologies and also contributes to team development, client relationships, and improvements to the firm’s project management processes and delivery methods. The position is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; relocation assistance is offered.

Requirements

At least 8 years of professional project management experience within an IT consulting organization.
Current Scrum Master Certification (CSM or equivalent).
Experience managing projects in AI, software development, data, or automation.
Local presence in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, or willingness to be based there.
Expertise managing project lifecycles using non-agile methodologies, such as waterfall or hybrid.
A proven track record managing paid client engagements and delivering complex technical solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong critical-thinking and analytical problem-solving abilities.
Expertise in risk identification, mitigation, and contingency planning.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to balance multiple priorities.
Self-motivation, adaptability, and a strong ownership mindset regarding project outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing AI-focused project teams or complex software application development lifecycles.
Background in professional services or management consulting firms.
Experience managing stakeholders at the VP or Director level.
Advanced project management certifications, such as PMP.

Responsibilities

Lead client-facing consulting engagements from initiation through closure.
Direct and motivate multidisciplinary teams, including developers, data scientists, and AI engineers, to deliver high-quality solutions.
Act as the primary liaison between client stakeholders and internal technical teams, managing expectations, scope, and timelines.
Monitor and report project health, budget utilization, and resource allocation to internal leadership and client stakeholders.
Facilitate project planning, risk management, issue resolution, and status reporting using a non-agile delivery framework.
Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and align with clients’ strategic business requirements.
Mentor and guide team members to support engagement and productivity.
Improve project management processes and delivery methodologies across the firm.
Translate complex technical requirements into actionable tasks and clear documentation.
Maintain strong client relationships through a customer-focused, proactive approach to problem-solving.