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Project Lead Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Overview Job Summary The Software Project Lead is accountable for overall schedule, execution, and completion of the project. Responsibilities span across the life-cycle of a software project ...

Overview Job Summary The Software Project Lead is accountable for overall schedule, execution, and completion of the project. Responsibilities span across the life-cycle of a software project ...

Project Lead

Menomonie, WI · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

This will also include routine communication with the Project Manager and related team members. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Employee will oversee crews and be responsible for project ...

This will also include routine communication with the Project Manager and related team members. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Employee will oversee crews and be responsible for project ...

This will also include routine communication with the Project Manager and related team members. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Employee will oversee crews and be responsible for project ...

Job Title Payroll Project Lead About your role: You will lead payroll-related projects and process improvement initiatives across the U.S. and Canada payroll functions, ensuring deliverables are ...

Sr. Project Lead

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

Apply project management fundamentals, tools, and methodologies to support delivery of business objectives while continuing to develop project leadership capabilities within a regulated medical ...

Job Title Payroll Project Lead About your role: You will lead payroll-related projects and process improvement initiatives across the U.S. and Canada payroll functions, ensuring deliverables are ...

Sr. Project Lead Engineer

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

$82K - $121K/yr

The Project Lead Engineer manages and oversees all engineering deliverables necessary to deliver the project on time. From pre-contract reviews, project kick-off, technical project reporting ...

Sr. Project Lead Engineer

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

$82K - $121K/yr

The Project Lead Engineer manages and oversees all engineering deliverables necessary to deliver the project on time. From pre-contract reviews, project kick-off, technical project reporting ...

The Construction Project Lead is responsible for supporting Construction Project Managers in the day-to-day execution of projects by maintaining budgets, schedules, and project workflows to ensure ...

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How much do project lead jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for project lead in Wisconsin is $38.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.52 and $48.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a project lead?

A Project Lead is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing specific projects within an organization. They coordinate team members, set project goals, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure that project objectives are met according to the set standards. Project Leads serve as the main point of contact between team members and stakeholders, often reporting on progress and addressing any issues that arise. Their role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

What is the difference between Project Lead vs Project Manager?

AspectProject LeadProject Manager
CredentialsOften requires relevant industry experience, certifications like PMP are common but not always mandatoryTypically requires PMP or similar project management certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads project teams, focuses on technical and operational aspectsOversees entire project lifecycle, manages budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communication
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across industries to denote team leadership roles within projectsCommon in corporate, construction, IT sectors for formal project oversight

While both roles involve leading projects, a Project Lead primarily focuses on guiding the team and executing project tasks, often with less administrative responsibility. A Project Manager has broader accountability for planning, budgeting, and stakeholder communication, ensuring project success from start to finish.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Lead, you need strong project management skills, industry knowledge, and typically a relevant degree or certification such as PMP or PRINCE2. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana is commonly required. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help you motivate teams and manage stakeholder expectations. These skills ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet organizational goals.

How does a project lead typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

As a Project Lead, you will regularly coordinate with cross-functional teams such as developers, designers, marketing, and client stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met. This involves organizing meetings, clarifying requirements, resolving conflicts, and facilitating communication across departments. Effective collaboration is essential for identifying potential risks early and keeping everyone aligned with the project goals. By fostering strong relationships and maintaining clear communication channels, Project Leads help drive projects to successful completion while balancing various team interests.

What do project leads make?

Project leads typically earn salaries ranging from $70,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on industry, experience, and location. They are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects, often requiring skills in leadership, communication, and project management tools like MS Project or Jira.
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Infographic showing various Project Lead job openings in Wisconsin as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,609 per year, or $38.3 per hour.

Software Project Lead

Werfen

Waukesha, WI • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago


Werfen rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Introduction

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We're passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Overview

Job Summary

The Software Project Lead is accountable for overall schedule, execution, and completion of the project. Responsibilities span across the life-cycle of a software project, including planning, scheduling, execution, documentation, metrics, and delivery of the project. In addition to project responsibilities, the project lead also facilitates the team, oversees the people performing work on the projects, and ensures regulatory compliance. The project lead is the representative of the software team in cross-functional core team activities. This role drives on time project completion and ensures adherence to regulatory requirements at the project level facilitating software submissions.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

  • Planning, facilitating, and tracking development projects across distributed teams that will be deploying high quality software for medical device software across multiple product ranges using Agile or Waterfall framework.
  • Establishing and maintaining the technical documentation, ensuring that regulatory requirements for IVD medical devices are specified and kept up to date
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration, particularly focusing on regulatory and customer needs, while fostering effective stakeholder relationships
  • Promote servant-leader culture, facilitate and be accountable for identifying and re-moving impediments for the team, define and track project metrics, and be an Agile Subject Matter Expert for all products using the Agile framework
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, including conveying technical in-formation to technical and non-technical teams.
  • Partner with Quality Management and Research and Development to monitor stand-ards and guidance documents related to IVD medication device regulatory profiles, identify gaps and areas to improve processes and procedures, and supervise the documentation processes related to regulatory compliance.
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Networking/Key relationships

  • Development Team (Scrum Master Role) - Facilitates Agile ceremonies, removes impediments, coaches on Agile practices, and promotes continuous improvement in development processes
  • Product Management/Product Owners - Develops strategic alignment between devel-opment initiatives and product vision, ensuring the developing product is in sync with the product roadmap
  • Quality Assurance and Regulatory Teams - Ensures adherence to quality standards and medical device compliance requirements (IEC32604)
  • Senior Management/Stakeholders - Provides project metrics and insights while com-municating project impacts on business objectives
Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.

Experience: 5+ years of related working experience in developing and/or testing complex software projects, including 2+ years of project or program management experience with direct Software Development Life Cycle for Application on Instrument software. Must have experience in a medical device field (or similar: pharma). Strong understanding of Medical Device Software Development (IEC 62304) is preferred. Experience with CE marking and FDA approval is strongly preferred.

Skills & Capabilities:

  • Understanding of both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, with ability to tailor and implement hybrid approaches based on project needs
  • Advance knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes in medical device development, with the ability to establish and optimize development processes
  • Understanding and application of medical device standards, including IEC32604, with the ability to guide teams in compliance and risk management strategies
  • Good communication and presentation skills, with demonstrated ability articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including senior management

Travel requirements:

This position requires minimal travel. Expect to travel approximately 5% annually. These trips will be for attending important team meetings/events where physical presence is beneficial for collaborative work sessions, or team-building purposes.

Closing

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

www.werfen.com

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, ES