Technical Project Manager, Digital Transformation

AArete is one-of-a-kind when it comes to consulting firm culture.

We’re a global, innovative management and technology consulting firm, with offices in the U.S., India, and the U.K. Our name comes from the Greek word for excellence: “Areté.” And excellence is exactly what we strive for.

Our success starts with enriching and empowering our people. From robust career development planning to competitive life and wellness benefits, AArete’s “Culture of Care” takes a holistic approach to the employee experience.

AAretians (our team members) are leaders at every level. You are encouraged to unlock your full potential by directly contributing to our mission and prioritizing space for personal development and fulfillment.

The Role

We are seeking a Technical Project Manager, Digital Transformation with expertise in Salesforce and a proven track record of driving successful technology initiatives. The ideal candidate will excel in managing cross-functional teams, overseeing end-to-end project lifecycles, and ensuring alignment between business goals and technical execution. This role requires strong stakeholder management skills, a deep understanding of Salesforce capabilities, and the ability to deliver projects on time and within scope in an Agile environment.

Work You’ll Do

Collaborate with business stakeholders and Salesforce development teams to gather, document, and prioritize business and technical requirements for digital transformation initiatives
Oversee Salesforce implementation projects, ensuring that solutions align with business objectives and adhere to best practices
Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining strong communication with cross-functional teams
Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, to drive project progress
Coordinate with technical teams to ensure the design, development, and deployment of Salesforce solutions meet business needs
Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure quality assurance through thorough testing and validation
Provide leadership and guidance on digital transformation strategies, driving innovation and process improvement across the organization
Create detailed project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and post-implementation reviews
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

5+ years of experience as a Project Manager, with a focus on digital transformation and Salesforce implementations
Strong understanding of Salesforce platform capabilities, including Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and custom configurations
Demonstrated expertise in managing Agile projects, including sprint planning, backlog management, and stakeholder communication
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience); PMP, CSM, or Salesforce certifications are a plus
Willingness to engage in direct client interaction, including travel to client locations
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship

Preferred Requirements

Based in Chicago, IL, and flexible to work from our Chicago office as needed

Compensation & Benefits

Flexible PTO, monthly half-day refuels, volunteer time off, 10 paid holidays
Own Your Day flexible work policy
Competitive majority employer-paid benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match
Generous paid parental leave options
Employer paid Life Insurance, STD, LTD
Charitable contribution matching program
New client commission opportunities and referral bonus program
Bike share discount program

The estimated base salary range for this position is $125,000-$150,000. In addition to this base salary, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This range is a part of a competitive, total compensation package together with our majority employer-paid benefits and incentive pay for eligible roles. Please note that this range is a guideline and individual total compensation may vary due to numerous factors including but not limited to experience level, certifications, and other relevant business considerations.

AArete will accept applications until the position is filled. The job posting will be removed once the role is no longer available.

We put humans at the center of our work

We’re a global management and technology consulting firm specializing in strategic profitability improvement, digital transformation, and strategy & change for clients. Our cross-industry solutions are powered by a digital-first mindset, market intelligence, and data-driven approach to deliver purposeful change, actionable insights, and guaranteed results.

But what sets us apart is our people. We are guided by our deeply embedded guiding principles: Excellence, Passion, Loyalty to Clients, Stewardship, Family, Community, Sustainability, and Inclusion.

And we’ve been recognized as a top firm to work for by companies like Forbes, Top Workplaces Chicago Tribune, and Consulting Magazine.

We’ve earned a Great Place to Work Certification™ and been named a World’s Best Management Consulting Firm by Forbes, Vault’s Top 50 Firms to Work For, Crain's Chicago Business Fast 50, Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Firms, and Consulting Magazine's Fastest Growing Firms.

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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Qualifications

The ideal candidate will excel in managing cross-functional teams, overseeing end-to-end project lifecycles, and ensuring alignment between business goals and technical execution
5+ years of experience as a Project Manager, with a focus on digital transformation and Salesforce implementations
Strong understanding of Salesforce platform capabilities, including Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and custom configurations
Demonstrated expertise in managing Agile projects, including sprint planning, backlog management, and stakeholder communication
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Willingness to engage in direct client interaction, including travel to client locations
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits
Flexible PTO, monthly half-day refuels, volunteer time off, 10 paid holidays
Own Your Day flexible work policy
Competitive majority employer-paid benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match
Generous paid parental leave options
Employer paid Life Insurance, STD, LTD
Charitable contribution matching program
New client commission opportunities and referral bonus program
Bike share discount program
The estimated base salary range for this position is $125,000-$150,000
In addition to this base salary, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus
This range is a part of a competitive, total compensation package together with our majority employer-paid benefits and incentive pay for eligible roles
Please note that this range is a guideline and individual total compensation may vary due to numerous factors including but not limited to experience level, certifications, and other relevant business considerations

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Technical Project Manager, Digital Transformation with expertise in Salesforce and a proven track record of driving successful technology initiatives
This role requires strong stakeholder management skills, a deep understanding of Salesforce capabilities, and the ability to deliver projects on time and within scope in an Agile environment
Collaborate with business stakeholders and Salesforce development teams to gather, document, and prioritize business and technical requirements for digital transformation initiatives
Oversee Salesforce implementation projects, ensuring that solutions align with business objectives and adhere to best practices
Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining strong communication with cross-functional teams
Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, to drive project progress
Coordinate with technical teams to ensure the design, development, and deployment of Salesforce solutions meet business needs
Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure quality assurance through thorough testing and validation
Provide leadership and guidance on digital transformation strategies, driving innovation and process improvement across the organization
Create detailed project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and post-implementation reviews
Other duties as assigned

Technical Project Manager, Digital Transformation

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