Project Management Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Product Marketing Manager

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Location: Gurnee, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Senior Financial Analyst

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Location: Rolling Meadows, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Site Safety Manager

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Location: Peoria, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Senior Treasury Analyst

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Location: Rolling Meadows, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Commercial P&C Client Service Manager

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Location: Rockford, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Product Marketing Manager

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Location: Mundelein, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Senior IT Internal Auditor

Company: Discover

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Discover offers a positive work environment with opportunities for growth and meaningful work. The company values diversity, teamwork, and collaboration. The Internal Audit Department (IAD) is committed to providing insightful perspectives and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. The role involves conducting audit testing, identifying risks, and communicating findings to clients. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, 2+ years of experience, and relevant certifications. Benefits include paid parental leave, 401k plan, and various health benefits. Discover is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Retail Sales Merchandiser (Team Lead)

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Location: Mundelein, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Senior Financial Analyst

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Location: Rolling Meadows, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Site Safety Manager

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Location: Bloomington, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

(USA) Exterior Services Technician

Company: Walmart

Location: O'Fallon, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for PM roles by seniority?
Associate PMs earn $70,000–$90,000, PMs $95,000–$120,000, Senior PMs $125,000–$155,000, Program Managers $140,000–$180,000, and PMO Directors $160,000–$210,000. These ranges reflect responsibilities from single‑project scopes to enterprise‑wide program oversight.
What skills and certifications are essential for a PM career?
Core skills include Agile and Scrum practices, risk analysis, stakeholder communication, and data‑driven decision making. Certifications that boost marketability are PMP (30–35 contact hours), PMI-ACP, Prince2 Practitioner, SAFe Agilist, and advanced JIRA administration. Completing a PMP study plan in 12 weeks can unlock higher‑tier roles.
How common is remote work for Project Management positions?
Approximately 80% of PM roles allow remote or hybrid arrangements. Job listings often list “remote” or “flexible location” as a requirement, and many companies require proficiency with virtual collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams, Miro, and Zoom.
What career progression paths exist for PM professionals?
Typical progression moves from Associate PM → PM → Senior PM → Program Manager → PMO Director → Chief PM Officer. Each step adds scope, from single project delivery to managing multiple programs, influencing strategy, and leading enterprise PMO governance.
What industry trends are shaping Project Management today?
Key trends include AI‑augmented backlog management, hybrid Agile/DevOps frameworks, sustainability project management, and increased emphasis on data analytics for risk and portfolio optimization. PMs who adopt AI tools like ChatGPT for sprint planning and use predictive analytics for resource allocation stay ahead of the curve.

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