Head of Project Management (Remote)

Mid-Level Project Manager (Pipeline)
Job Level: W2T Consultant

Job Location: On-site/Hybrid (Must be local to Chicago)

Travel Expectations: Up to 25% on average

Job Classification: Full-Time, Temporary (W2T)

Pipeline Opportunity - Future Consulting Engagements
This position is part of a pipeline requisition created to identify and engage qualified consultants for anticipated, upcoming client work. While there is not an immediate assignment available, we are actively building a pool of talent for future Mid-Level Project Managers to Operations needs. Candidates selected through this process may be contacted as opportunities become available.

In this role, you will

Track and manage projects submitted for IMO Governance review to support reporting, tracking, and agenda preparation

Support Initiate Gate (bi-weekly) and Deployment Authority (periodic) forums, including agenda management, pre-reads, scheduling, and feeder meetings

Record, circulate, and track minutes, actions, and decisions to ensure follow-through

Collate consulting spend projections during Initiate and Design phases (iPLC) to support three-year financial planning

Drive closure of follow-ups raised during governance forums to enable timely project approvals

Provide limited executive support for VP Deployment (travel, expenses, light diary management)

Who You Are

4-7 years of project management, PMO, or governance support experience

High-energy, detail-oriented professional with a strong bias for action

Comfortable navigating ambiguity and engaging with multiple stakeholders

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, consulting environment

Nice-to-Have Experience Tools: iPLC, Planview, Clarity, ServiceNow PPM, MS Excel & PowerPoint Methodologies: Agile, Waterfall, hybrid delivery models; stage-gate governance

Experience supporting IMO, PMO, or enterprise portfolio governance

Prior consulting or large-scale enterprise program experience

Total Rewards
We proudly offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive and well‑rounded benefits package for full‑time employees that has been designed to nourish your well‑being. Benefits offered include health, dental & vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, self‑managed PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, and other unique incentives that celebrate your accomplishments. We also offer access to many voluntary benefits such as Flexible Spending Accounts, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, as well as discounts on home, auto and pet insurance.

Remote and Hybrid Work

Time Off When You Need It

Benefits That Flex

Professional Development

While benefits eligibility may vary for roles that are non full‑time, we provide unique opportunities for growth, skill development, and more. Regardless of your role, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment where every team member contributes to our shared success.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the application or interview process.

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