Management Consultant, Senior Project Manager (Consulting)

TL;DR

Senior Project Manager (Consulting): Managing the entire project lifecycle to deliver high-quality business solutions with an accent on project planning, stakeholder communication, and resource management. Focus on solving complex business problems, coordinating cross-functional IT and business teams, and ensuring strict adherence to delivery frameworks.

Location: Hybrid (Must be based in or be able to commute to downtown Chicago, 2-3 days per week)

Company

A professional consultancy specializing in project management and business problem solving.

What you will do

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and milestones using appropriate tools.
• Manage cross-functional teams, negotiate for resources, and delegate tasks effectively.
• Track progress on milestones, deliverables, timeline, and budget while managing the critical path.
• Collaborate between IT and business areas to provide appropriate solutions for clients.
• Provide escalation paths for problems, risks, or resource shortages that teams cannot resolve independently.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in project management.
• Must be available to work in downtown Chicago office 2-3 days per week.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience using MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice to have

• PMP, CAPM, CSM, or ACP certifications.
• Previous experience in consulting.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility.