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Project/Program Manager

Aditi Consulting

Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70–$75 Per Hour
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automotive Automation, Best Practices, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Certified ScrumMaster, Change Management, Change Order Management, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Follow Through, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Messaging Technology, Metrics, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Execution, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Software, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Dashboards, Schedule Development, Security Architecture, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Six Sigma Black Belt, Six Sigma Certification, Software Development, Software Engineering, Speech Technology, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Telephony, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
1 day ago
Payrate: $70.00- $75.00/hr.
 
Position Contributions to Work Group
  • As an IT Project/Program Manager, you will:
  • Partner with the Application Program Management Team to deliver software solutions that integrate common services across Client’s application portfolio and enterprise systems used by customers and dealers.
  • Lead project planning, execution, communication, reporting, and governance activities for complex technology initiatives.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams, product owners, business partners, and technical stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of digital solutions.
  • Drive adoption of modern digital platform capabilities by supporting solutions built using industry-leading architecture patterns, security best practices, and scalable technology approaches.
  • Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, dependencies, and overall delivery execution.
  • Ensure teams remain aligned on project objectives, priorities, milestones, and expected outcomes.
 
Typical Day in the Role
  • Manage project planning and execution activities from concept stage through implementation and follow-up.
  • Develop and maintain project charters, schedules, communication plans, budgets, and status reporting.
  • Lead project teams through planning, execution, prototype, pilot, implementation, and delivery phases.
  • Create and manage project schedules using professional project management tools and methodologies.
  • Track project milestones, risks, dependencies, issues, and action items.
  • Facilitate alignment across teams regarding project scope, timelines, responsibilities, and delivery expectations.
  • Manage change requests and evaluate impacts related to scope, cost, schedule, and resources.
  • Monitor project progress and proactively address challenges with impacted teams.
  • Recommend solutions and alternatives to resolve project issues.
  • Provide leadership updates, metrics, dashboards, and executive-level reporting.
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality expectations.
 
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university required.
  • 10+ years of professional experience in project/program management. OR master’s degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Business, Technology, etc.) with 8+ years of experience.
 
Preferred Certifications
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • SAFe Certification
  • Change Management Certification
  • Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
 
Required Technical Skills
  • Project & Program Management
  • 10+ years of experience managing technology projects from initiation through completion.
  • Proven ability to lead teams toward alignment on scope, objectives, timelines, and delivery expectations.
  • Experience managing end-to-end programs within complex, cross-functional environments.
  • Experience leading software engineering teams using Agile software development methodologies.
 
Soft Skills Required
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across teams.
  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
  • Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Comfortable working with sensitive issues and complex business challenges.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
 
Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $70.00 - $75.00 /hour. Non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the base hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a work week, or as required by state or local law. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, health savings accounts with qualified medical plan enrollment, 10 paid days off, 3 days paid bereavement leave, 401(k) plan participation with employer match,  life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, dependent care flexible spending account, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, accommodations and reimbursement for work travel, and discretionary performance or recognition bonus. Sick leave and mobile phone reimbursement provided based on state or local law. 
 
Consent to Communication and Use of AI Technology: By submitting your application for this position and providing your email address(es) and/or phone number(s), you consent to receive text (SMS), email, and/or voice communication whether automated (including auto telephone dialing systems or automatic text messaging systems), pre-recorded, AI-assisted, or individually initiated from Aditi Consulting, our agents, representatives, or affiliates at the phone number and/or email address you have provided. These communications may include information about potential opportunities and information. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary.
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