Technical Project Manager (Chicago)

Equal Employment Opportunity NLB Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable Accommodation NLB Services provides reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process as required by law. Applicants requiring an accommodation due to a disability, pregnancy-related limitation, or sincerely held religious belief, practice or observance may contact their recruiter or email Benefits: Eligible employees may receive medical, dental and vision insurance, and other benefits. Eligibility and benefit terms vary based on employment status and assignment. Other Important Terms Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Any employment offer may be contingent upon job-related screening, employment verification and other requirements permitted by applicable law. Role: Project Manager II Location: 224 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL USA 60604 (Remote) Type of hiring: Contract (6 Months) Pay Rate: $80.00 an hour Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Position Summary- Manage the full project lifecycle from Initiation through Closing following PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge) standards. Responsible for project planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, stakeholder communication, and successful project execution. Project Integration & Planning Develop and implement a Master Project Plan using automated project management tools. Define and manage the project charter, scope, and integrated change control processes. Maintain an understanding of organizational workflows to ensure alignment with business objectives. Scope & Schedule Management Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS). Conduct scheduling reviews and track progress against established baselines. Ensure project milestones and deliverables are completed according to the project lifecycle. Financial & Cost Management Manage project budgets, including labor and capital expenditures. Monitor revenue recognition, margins, and cash flow. Perform project cost analysis and provide status updates to management. Ensure projects remain within approved financial constraints. Risk & Quality Management Identify, assess, and manage project risks. Develop and maintain risk registers and mitigation plans. Escalate significant risks and issues and recommend recovery plans as needed. Required Qualifications 4 to 7 years of Project Management experience. Experience managing projects using PMBOK methodologies. Experience developing project schedules and WBS structures. Experience managing project budgets and financial performance. Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Qualifications Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects. Experience with Public Safety communications systems. Understanding of local public safety entities, including Police, Fire, and EMS. Experience with cloud-based document management and collaboration tools (Google Workspace). Experience with MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar project management applications. Experience developing and maintaining detailed master project schedules. Technical Skills PMBOK Methodologies Project Planning & Scheduling Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) Budget & Cost Management Risk Management Change Control Google Workspace Microsoft Project Smartsheet Executive Reporting Desired Skill- N.A Nlb Services