Technical Project Lead - Data and Analytics

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Analytics • Consulting
The Role
Leads client-facing data and analytics projects from discovery through delivery. Responsibilities include managing scope, timelines, budgets, risks, teams, and stakeholders; gathering requirements; translating business needs into technical specifications; overseeing data integration, dashboards, reporting solutions, quality assurance, training, and adoption. The role requires project management expertise, Microsoft Data Stack and Power BI experience, business analysis, SQL, data visualization, Agile methodologies, and strong consulting and communication skills.
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Job Title: Project Lead - Data and Analytics 

We are seeking a results-driven Project Lead Consultant to lead client-facing Data and AI initiatives from discovery through delivery. This role is ideal for a professional who combines strong project leadership, business analysis, and stakeholder management skills with a solid understanding of modern data platforms and reporting solutions. The Project Lead will partner with clients and cross-functional teams to define requirements, guide solution design, manage scope and timelines, and ensure high-quality outcomes that enable better business decisions. Success in this role requires strong communication, consulting presence, and the ability to translate business needs into practical, scalable analytics solutions. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Project Leadership: Lead data and analytics projects from initiation through delivery, managing scope, timelines, resources, budget, and risks to ensure successful outcomes. 
  • Team Leadership: Provide direction, coaching, and support to cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. 
  • Client Engagement: Build strong client relationships by understanding business goals, facilitating discussions, and providing strategic guidance on data and analytics solutions. 
  • Business Analysis: Elicit, assess, and clarify business needs through stakeholder interviews, process review, and analysis to define project objectives and solution requirements. 
  • Solution Translation: Translate business needs into clear functional requirements, user stories, and technical specifications that guide solution design and development. 
  • Solution Oversight: Oversee solution design and delivery to ensure technical approaches align with business objectives, quality standards, and user expectations. 
  • Data Integration: Coordinate the integration of data from multiple sources, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and readiness for reporting and analysis. 
  • Dashboard and Report Development: Guide the development of dashboards and reports that are intuitive, visually effective, and aligned with client reporting needs. 
  • Training and Support: Facilitate knowledge transfer, user enablement, and ongoing support to help clients adopt and effectively use delivered solutions. 
  • Quality Assurance: Review deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and quality, and address issues to ensure solutions meet project and client standards. 
  • Industry Awareness: Stay current on data, analytics, and Microsoft ecosystem trends to inform project delivery, innovation, and strategic recommendations. 

Requirements: 

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university 
  • At least 3 years of experience in project management, with specific experience managing projects using the Microsoft Data stack, including Power BI. 
  • Strong project management skills with a track record of successfully leading projects to completion. 
  • Excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and team members. 
  • Proven leadership abilities and experience managing project teams. 
  • Experience in understanding and translating business requirements into actionable project plans. 
  • Proficiency in data analysis, database queries (e.g., SQL), and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.  
  • Strong understanding of business processes, project management, and IT methodologies, including Agile.  
  • Ability to communicate effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders. 
  • Ability to stay updated on industry trends and apply this knowledge to improve project outcomes.  

Preferred qualifications: 

  • Project management certifications such as PMP, CAPM, or CSM are preferred. 
  • Microsoft or data analytics certifications, particularly in Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Azure, or related technologies, are highly desired. 
  • Experience in consulting or client-facing analytics delivery environments is preferred. 

Join Collectiv for a rewarding career in a fully remote work environment with quarterly in person team experiences and a competitive compensation. We provide a clear growth trajectory with professional development opportunities and a top-shelf benefits package. Enjoy unlimited time off and 100% covered health insurance, encompassing medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family. Our comprehensive offerings, from a competitive 401(k) with a 4% match to educational assistance, tech stipend, and discounts on various goods and services, demonstrate our commitment to your well-being and success. At Collectiv, your career thrives with a perfect blend of remote flexibility, growth potential, and unparalleled benefits prioritizing your financial, physical, and emotional well-being.

Collectiv is the leading boutique consulting and strategy firm specializing in Analytics, Planning and AI with Power BI and the Microsoft Data Stack.

Our mission at Collectiv is simple: We help enterprises make better decisions.

If you are a self-motivated and results-driven professional with a passion for data analytics and Power BI, we invite you to join our team at Collectiv as a Project Lead- Data and Analytics. Apply today and be part of our exciting projects that shape the future of data-driven decision-making for our clients.

Our Core Values:

Growth Mindset – Bring solutions, not problems.

Excel with Humility – Be humbly brilliant.

Communicate Actively and Empathetically – Listen, ask, understand, help.

Work Hard, Play Hard – Results are proportional to effort.

Keep Calm and Carry On – Stay cool, calm and Collectiv.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
  • At least 3 years of project management experience
  • Experience managing projects using the Microsoft Data Stack, including Power BI
  • Strong project management skills and a record of successfully leading projects to completion
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients and team members
  • Leadership experience managing project teams
  • Experience translating business requirements into actionable project plans
  • Proficiency in data analysis, database queries such as SQL, and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau
  • Strong understanding of business processes, project management, IT methodologies, and Agile
  • Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams and business stakeholders
  • Ability to stay current on industry trends and apply knowledge to improve project outcomes
  • Project management certification such as PMP, CAPM, or CSM
  • Microsoft or data analytics certification in Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Azure, or related technologies
  • Experience in consulting or client-facing analytics delivery environments
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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
32 Employees
Year Founded: 2016

What We Do

Voted the #1 consulting provider on G2 for Business Intelligence and Power BI, Collectiv’s experts are highly skilled across the Microsoft data stack and highly specialized in planning and forecasting.

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