Project Manager - Information Technology

About the role

This role operates within the Information Technology function at Barnes & Thornburg to advance project execution. The position coordinates efforts so that IT initiatives align with organizational priorities. Success depends on structured oversight of project lifecycles and clear communication.

People teams handle hiring, development, and employee experience. Recruiters find and screen candidates. HR partners advise managers on policy and performance. People operations run payroll, benefits, and compliance. The work requires discretion, fairness, and clear communication. People teams support employees through every stage, from hiring to exit. Most companies run structured processes for reviews, compensation, and policy changes.

Key facts

What you'll do

Multiple projects are managed at the same time, emphasizing scope, schedule, quality, and cost. Project requirements, work plans, tasks, and status reports are developed and executed for IT leadership and stakeholders in every phase. Project team meetings are coordinated, prepared, and conducted to maintain alignment. Decisions are facilitated to ensure outcomes support overall business objectives. Issues and risks are tracked, with resolution pursued through questioning and obstacle removal to protect delivery. Process improvement within the PMO is supported, and new staff are onboarded through established methods. Lessons from each project are captured and applied to future initiatives. Both Agile and Waterfall approaches are managed according to PMO process documentation. Requirements are generated or reviewed in collaboration with stakeholders. External vendors are engaged as necessary to meet project needs. ServiceNow incidents and reporting needs are addressed promptly alongside active project work. Additional duties are handled as assigned.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree is preferred for this position. At least 5 years of Project Management experience is required. PMP certification is desired for advanced responsibility.

Nice to have

Demonstrated project management skills across varied initiatives are expected. Strong oral and written communication is required. Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, and similar approaches is necessary. Detail orientation and strict attention to deadlines are essential. A self-starting mentality and strong organizational skills are required. The ability to manage multiple projects of varying complexity simultaneously is necessary. Customer service aptitude and a collaborative team approach are required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required. Experience with project management tools such as MS Planner and Project for the Web is required.

Practical notes

This role is based in Columbus and operates in a full_time capacity. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to perform essential job functions. Typical interview steps

People team interviews usually include a case scenario, a policy question, and behavioral rounds. Candidates may be asked to design an interview process or handle a sensitive employee situation. Confidentiality and judgment are tested throughout. Structured answers with empathy land best. Interviewers often test how you handle sensitive information and disagreement. Framing answers around policy, fairness, and company values works well.

Good to know

Project managers in technology settings often use structured frameworks to guide delivery. Agile and Waterfall methods serve different project environments and team preferences. Project management tools help track tasks, timelines, and dependencies across teams. Clear communication with technical and business stakeholders reduces misunderstandings. Continuous improvement practices help teams refine processes after project completion.

Career growth

People careers grow from coordinator to generalist, manager, and director levels. Recruiters can move into talent leadership. HR partners can move into people operations leadership. Business acumen becomes more important at each level. People careers reward breadth across recruitment, development, and operations. Experience with tools such as HRIS and ATS systems helps at every level.