Project Manager
Confidential Jobs - Chicago, IL
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Summary: The Program Management Office (PMO) is seeking a candidate to join as a Project Manager. This individual is responsible for delivering sophisticated projects on time and within scope. As the project lead, the Project Manager works with cross-functional teams and Executive Leadership to devise, initiate, implement and supervise project plans using agreed resources. The Project Manager takes the lead role in the complete lifecycle of projects, including approval, planning, execution, and closeout to ensure planned results are achieved on time, and is accountable for the overall success or failure of the project.This is a hybrid role you will have to go in office 2 days out of the week.RESPONSIBILITIES:- Manage all assigned projects to completion, ensuring project tasks are completed on time and within agreed budget- Incorporates Agile development processes into the overall project plan to ensure efficient, iterative progress and high-quality product delivery - Oversee strategic product and technology projects for the organization, concentrating on full lifecycle product launches, ensuring effective planning through to GTM launch.- Adhere to the PMO framework and Agile methodologies to facilitate the creation, communication, and ongoing management of the project plan and related project artifacts- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, department heads, and project teams.- Maintain clear and effective communication across multiple, cross-functional team members and/or third-party vendors to deliver overall project success- Distributes project status updates, risks and milestone achievements consistently to project stakeholders and executive leadership, where applicable- Identify and assess potential risks and challenges associated with program execution- Conduct lessons learned for all projects and ensure proper handoff to business-as-usual department stakeholders. Ensures clean project completion.QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's degree or equivalent proven experience- 3-5 years experience leading and managing multiple complex projects at once- Excellent verbal and written communication skills- Excellent at planning, organizing, and managing time- Ability to communicate with various levels within the organization- Proficient in MS Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio- Prior experience within payments and disbursements a plus- PMP certification a plusThe base salary range for this position is between $76,590 to $94,500 with eligibility for an annual bonus. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, business needs, and market demand. Our competitive benefits includes medical, dental, vision, wellness, 401(k) matching, unlimited PTO, work from anywhere, generous parental leave, and more! Our job titles may span more than one career level. All candidates are encouraged to apply.
Created: 2025-02-22