Mainframe Manager

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Mainframe Manager overseeing complex software migration projects on IBM Z platform at Capgemini Engineering. Managing technical resources and stakeholder communication in a remote role with travel to client sites.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $111,200 - $178,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

project managementsoftware migrationproject planningscope managementcost managementschedule managementrisk managementchange controlprocess improvementquality improvement

Soft Skills

negotiationorganizational skillsadaptabilitycommunication skillsleadership

Tools & Technologies

IBM Z platformIBM Z software productsISV products

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPPRINCE2

Industry Keywords

mainframecross-functional teamsproject proposalsbusiness objectivesclient account

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide project management of software migration projects for clients on the IBM Z platform
Consult with management and review project proposals to determine goals, time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, and allocation of resources
Analyze the need for and provide the necessary project management for project planning, execution (including the development of project plans)
Report on project activities, changes in scope, challenges and requirements to the leadership team as a strategic tool in keeping implementers and decision makers moving toward consistent, business or mission-focused goals and objectives
Communicate with management internally and at the customer on ongoing status, milestones, and project risks
Review and analyze process & procedures in order to find opportunities for improvement and increased efficiencies, then help drive implementation of these improvements
Monitor, assess, and improve the effectiveness of program best practices, ensuring continual process and quality improvement with a primary focus on the client account

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least five years of technical project management experience
Experience with IBM Z software products with ISV Product replacement with IBM products
IBM Z Mainframe experience
PMP or PRINCE2 certification, with demonstrated knowledge of operations and project management skills
Experience managing cross-functional technical teams, with overall responsibility for managing scope, cost, schedule, and contractual deliverables, which includes applying techniques for planning, tracking, change control, and risk management
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to organize competing priorities and adapt to change
Demonstrated excellent written and communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade
Company paid holidays
Personal Days
Sick Leave
Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
Life and disability insurance
Employee assistance programs
Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility