Technical Project Manager

Xerxes Global

. Partner with Analytics practice leadership and account teams during pre-sales to understand client objectives, define project scope, estimate levels of effort, and support Statement of Work (SOW) development .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex, client-facing projects within professional services, focusing on data analytics, business intelligence, and digital transformation. Proficient in developing project plans, managing budgets, and leading cross-functional teams through various project management methodologies.

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Project ManagementData Analytics LeadershipBudget ManagementAgile MethodologyClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningRequirements GatheringSolution DevelopmentTestingDeploymentChange ManagementResource AllocationRisk ManagementPerformance ReviewUser Acceptance Testing

Soft Skills

CommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaborationLeadershipRelationship Management

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesConsultingTechnology DeliveryDigital TransformationBusiness IntelligenceData Engineering4D MethodologySOW DevelopmentClient HandoffProject Financials

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Analytics practice leadership and account teams during pre-sales to understand client objectives, define project scope, estimate levels of effort, and support Statement of Work (SOW) development
Translate business and technical requirements into clear deliverables, user stories, acceptance criteria, and actionable work plans
Own definition of project plans across the 4D methodology: Discovery, Development, Deployment, Delivery
Establish timelines, milestones, dependencies, resource requirements, and deliverables
Lead internal and client project kickoffs
Drive day-to-day project execution across solution architects, visualization consultants, strategists, practice leadership, and other consultants
Facilitate client status meetings, internal project check-ins, and executive updates
Identify and resolve risks, issues, blockers, and dependencies
Manage project budgets, resource allocations, scope, hours, task status, budget consumption, and forecasts against SOW commitments
Lead client conversations regarding budget impacts, change requests, and necessary adjustments
Coordinate user acceptance testing, deployment readiness, and client handoff
Lead project closeout, performance reviews, and lessons learned
Establish and refine project management delivery standards for the Analytics practice and Transformation & Change capability
Adapt project management approaches to complex, customized technical solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Technology, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
5+ years of experience managing complex, client-facing projects, preferably within professional services, consulting, or technology delivery environments
Demonstrated experience leading data analytics, business intelligence, data engineering, or digital transformation projects from initial scoping through implementation and delivery
Strong understanding of technical project lifecycles, including requirements gathering, solution development, testing, deployment, and client handoff
Proven ability to develop and manage project plans, timelines, resource allocations, budgets, and deliverables across multiple workstreams
Experience managing project financials, including tracking actuals against budgets, forecasting resource needs, identifying scope changes, and supporting change orders
Ability to coordinate technical teams, understand dependencies, anticipate delivery risks, and drive accountability without direct reporting authority
Superior client-facing communication and relationship management skills, with the confidence to lead meetings, present project updates, and navigate difficult conversations or conflicts regarding timelines, budgets, approach and scope
Experience working with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies, with the judgment to adapt approaches based on project needs
Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with evolving requirements and competing priorities
Collaborative, hands-on leadership style with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to build trust with both technical teams and business stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance: Three HealthPartners High Deductible Health Plan options
Health Savings Account (HSA) with medical plan enrollment
Dental insurance: Principal PPO plan with 100% in-network preventive care
Vision insurance: Principal / VSP PPO plan
Retirement plan: 3% employer contribution regardless of employee contribution (eligible after 6 months of employment)
Reimbursement for approved and job-relevant professional development, tuition, and certifications (eligible after 6 months of employment and subject to manager approval)
Complimentary Interactive Online Learning Platform access for all employees
Employee referral bonus program ($2,500 per successful referral)
Company-paid basic Life Insurance and Accidental D&D coverage
Optional Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
3 weeks of Paid Time Off per calendar year
8 paid company holidays
Parental Leave
Summer Fridays: Early release at noon between Memorial Day and Labor Day (subject to workload and client deliverables)
Work From Anywhere: The week of Thanksgiving, the week between Christmas and New Year's, plus one additional flexible week per year