Technical Project Manager, Digital Transformation

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
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