Project Manager

Description Hunden Partners Project Manager, Consulting Chicago, IL (Onsite, 5 days a week) Hunden Partners is hiring a Project Manager to join our growing consulting team. This position plays a central role in leading client engagements, managing complex public-private development projects, and delivering high-impact, data-driven outcomes. As a Project Manager, you’ll guide the full project lifecycle—from research and analysis through to storytelling and client presentations. You’ll collaborate with public agencies, developers, and internal stakeholders, managing the day-to-day execution of some of the most exciting tourism, hospitality, mixed-use, and destination projects across the country. This is an ideal opportunity for a driven, strategic thinker ready to take the lead on transformational work while mentoring junior staff and contributing to the future of placemaking and economic development. Compensation & Benefits Base Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 Dependent on experience Quarterly Bonus: Based on personal and Firm performance Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision insurance; 401(k) with match; paid leave What You’ll Do Lead multiple projects from start to finish, managing timelines, teams, and deliverables Oversee all aspects of research, interviews, data analysis, and report development Present findings and lead client conversations with professionalism and clarity Develop reports, financial models, maps, and presentations that tell a compelling story Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for client engagements Coach and mentor Analysts, Senior Analysts, and Analytics Managers Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing and industry events Ensure deliverables meet the highest standard of quality and withstand external scrutiny Represent Hunden at conferences and industry events What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related field 5+ years of experience in consulting, project management, or real estate development Strong experience with market and real estate analysis, feasibility studies, and financial modeling Advanced Excel proficiency and command of Microsoft Office Suite Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple workstreams Strong communication, storytelling, and client-facing skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment Why Hunden Partners? Hunden Partners is a fast-growing, innovative consulting firm that specializes in guiding transformational public-private real estate projects. Our team operates in a high-energy, collaborative environment, where entrepreneurial thinking is valued, and every team member plays a key role in shaping high-impact developments. Interested? Let’s Talk! If you have the experience and passion for complex real estate development projects, we encourage you to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr