LRS Consulting Services is seeking multiple Senior IT Project Managers for a 6-month contract with our client in Central Illinois or Kentucky. Local candidates are preferred.

Since 1979, LRS has built a reputation for treating both our clients and consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We’re proud of that—and we’re looking for professionals who share those values.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead enterprise-level and key strategic projects from initiation through closure
• Build and manage project schedules, resources, dependencies, and estimates
• Evaluate and adjust scope, timeline, and budget across Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid methodologies
• Identify risks and blockers, and implement mitigation and resolution strategies
• Use project documentation and lessons learned to drive continuous improvement
• Mentor and coach team members to ensure clarity, accountability, and ownership
• Engage with stakeholders to align project goals with business objectives
• Provide thought leadership in project management and champion best practices
• Influence outcomes through strong leadership and communication

What We’re Looking For:

• 7+ years of experience managing complex IT projects across large enterprise environments
• Proven ability to deliver projects end-to-end: scoping, scheduling, leading, and closing
• Experience in application-heavy environments (MS Dynamics, OpenText, Cognos, Hyperion, IBM apps, Timekeeping/Attendance systems, etc.)
• Familiarity with supporting, maintaining, and modernizing enterprise applications
• Deep understanding of project management tools, frameworks, and governance (RAIDD, etc.)
• Proven success managing across Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid methodologies
• Experience working with third-party vendors and leading project issue resolution
• Strong Organizational Change Management skills, including stakeholder engagement and communication planning
• Knowledge of PMP principles and fundamentals (PMP certification preferred)
• Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus, but not required

Additional Details
The base range for this contract position is $35 - $65 per hour, depending on experience.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

LRS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.