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13 results for Senior Project Program Manager in Chicago, IL

Sr. Project Manager/Program Manager

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Temporary to Hire
71.25 - 82.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an accomplished Sr. Project Manager/Program Manager to lead complex initiatives within a Financial Services environment. This contract position has the potential to become permanent and will oversee enterprise programs that span multiple teams, balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution and executive communication. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in portfolio leadership, organizational planning, and stakeholder alignment, with the ability to turn data into clear direction and measurable outcomes. Responsibilities: • Lead complex programs and strategic projects that involve multiple business functions, ensuring priorities, timelines, and outcomes remain aligned. • Establish and maintain portfolio oversight practices, including prioritization frameworks, progress tracking, and resource planning across concurrent initiatives. • Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to define objectives, manage expectations, and build consensus around program direction. • Create executive-ready updates, dashboards, and performance reporting that provide visibility into milestones, risks, dependencies, and overall portfolio health. • Facilitate governance meetings and stakeholder discussions to support decision-making, issue resolution, and ongoing alignment. • Guide teams through evolving business needs, organizational change, and transformation efforts while maintaining delivery momentum. • Use data and analysis to identify trends, assess program performance, and recommend actions that improve execution and business impact. • Collaborate with Marketing, Creative Services, Digital Marketing, and Brand partners on initiatives that require coordinated planning and delivery. • Support enterprise planning efforts by aligning project demand, available capacity, and strategic business goals across the portfolio.
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Project Manager/Program Manager

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Temporary to Hire
71.25 - 82.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Project Manager/Program Manager to lead high-visibility initiatives within the financial services sector. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role calls for a strategic leader who can align cross-functional teams, guide complex programs from planning through execution, and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in regulated environments and can drive progress across digital, product, marketing, business, and technology workstreams while maintaining focus on customer-facing outcomes. Responsibilities: • Lead large-scale programs and projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring milestones, timelines, and business objectives remain on track. • Partner with executive leaders and enterprise stakeholders to provide clear updates, manage expectations, and support informed decision-making. • Coordinate efforts across business, product, marketing, digital, and technology teams to keep initiatives aligned and moving forward. • Oversee project planning activities, including scope definition, scheduling, risk tracking, dependency management, and status reporting. • Facilitate collaboration with outside vendors, agency partners, and other third parties to support successful project execution. • Guide work related to digital experiences such as websites, landing pages, customer-facing platforms, and online journey improvements. • Apply project management best practices and Agile methodologies to organize delivery, remove blockers, and promote team accountability. • Prepare and deliver presentations, meeting materials, and executive-level communications that summarize progress, priorities, and key decisions.
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Project Manager

Skokie, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Manager to support student scheduling operations for a school in Skokie, Illinois. This is a Contract position focused on coordinating schedule creation in Infinite Campus, maintaining accuracy, and partnering with school stakeholders to keep timelines on track. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, project coordination experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced academic environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee the end-to-end scheduling process for high school students, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.• Build, update, and maintain student schedules within Infinite Campus with a high level of precision.• Coordinate with administrators, counselors, and other school staff to gather scheduling needs and resolve conflicts.• Track project milestones, identify potential issues, and communicate status updates to relevant stakeholders.• Apply structured project management practices to organize tasks, priorities, and workflow across functional teams.• Support cross-functional planning efforts related to course scheduling, student placement, and calendar alignment.
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Marketing Project Manager

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
50 - 60 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Senior Integrated Marketing Project Manager to lead the execution of marketing initiatives from concept through completion. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who excels at managing cross-functional workflows, coordinating creative production, and delivering integrated campaigns on time and on brand. As a key member of the marketing team, this person will turn approved marketing strategies into actionable project plans, oversee timelines and deliverables, and ensure all final outputs meet brand, accessibility, and stakeholder expectations. Key ResponsibilitiesProject Execution & Workflow Management<ul><li>Translate approved marketing strategies and proposals into actionable project plans, including task creation, timeline development, folder organization, and creative briefs.</li><li>Provide clear direction to creative teams by ensuring requirements, assets, and project expectations are fully defined at kickoff.</li><li>Manage multiple concurrent projects, tracking deadlines, dependencies, deliverables, and stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for internal partners and cross-functional teams to maintain alignment and momentum.</li><li>Conduct quality assurance reviews, proofread materials, and provide feedback to ensure accuracy, consistency, tone, and brand alignment.</li><li>Distribute final files for review, manage revisions, and secure stakeholder approvals.</li><li>Ensure campaign deliverables align with approved strategy, audience insights, and organizational priorities.</li><li>Collect campaign metrics and performance data upon completion.</li><li>Develop post-campaign recap presentations summarizing results, insights, and recommendations.</li></ul>Environmental Branding & Site Production<ul><li>Conduct on-site walkthroughs to assess spaces and identify environmental branding opportunities that enhance identity and user experience.</li><li>Research site history, culture, and community context to inform thoughtful, locally relevant design direction.</li><li>Partner with installation vendors and facilities teams to establish schedules, review proofs, and coordinate readiness for installation.</li><li>Monitor production and installation progress to ensure quality, accessibility, and safety standards are met.</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Senior Pricing Manager

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
200000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $200,000 - $225,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job Description: We are seeking a Senior Manager to help shape and execute pricing strategies that support our clients and strengthen firm performance. This is a JD‑advantage, business-professional role within the Finance organization—focused on commercial strategy, analytics, and partnership with practice leadership. It does not involve the practice of law, client representation, or providing legal advice. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Partner with attorneys and practice leaders to develop pricing strategies and fee arrangements (hourly, fixed, capped, phased, hybrid, contingency, success-based).</li><li>Build matter budgets and pricing models for proposals, RFPs, and significant client matters, translating scope and staffing assumptions into actionable plans.</li><li>Evaluate profitability, realization, and execution risk through scenario and sensitivity analysis; monitor performance and explain key variances.</li><li>Leverage historical data and relevant benchmarks to support value-based pricing discussions and recommendations.</li><li>Create and maintain dashboards and reporting that improve visibility into pricing performance and revenue risk indicators.</li><li>Drive adoption of pricing best practices by coaching partners and attorneys and enabling consistent matter planning.</li><li>Collaborate across Finance/Billing, Practice Management, and Client Development to support governance, approvals, and continuous improvement.</li></ul>
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Project Manager - Operations

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
60 - 65 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced project finance leader to support a growing organization from Chicago, Illinois by overseeing the financial performance of complex initiatives across a broad portfolio. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can guide budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and executive reporting while partnering closely with project leaders and business stakeholders. The role focuses heavily on enterprise project financial management, with many initiatives tied to technology and operations, while also supporting programs in other functional areas. Success in this position requires sound judgment, strong analytical ability, and confidence translating financial data into practical recommendations for leadership. Responsibilities: • Guide financial planning activities for a portfolio of enterprise projects, advising teams on budgets, capital needs, forecasts, and overall spend management. • Perform detailed analysis for multi-year initiatives by tracking actuals, evaluating variances, and updating projections to support informed business decisions. • Determine appropriate capital and operating expense treatment for project costs in accordance with accounting standards and internal controls. • Review and support invoice processing, maintain complete financial documentation, and help ensure readiness for audit and compliance reviews. • Partner with finance, accounting, and operational stakeholders to improve and standardize project financial processes across the organization. • Develop executive-facing reports, dashboards, and portfolio summaries that communicate key performance indicators, investment status, and spending trends. • Build financial models and business case support for large capital investments, including initiatives involving integration work related to acquisitions or major business changes. • Oversee financial coordination with external vendors by monitoring contract-related costs, validating billing accuracy, and assessing the budget impact of scope changes. • Contribute financial documentation for governance and approval checkpoints, including analyses used to evaluate new projects and funding decisions. • Identify emerging budget risks, resource cost pressures, and forecast gaps across concurrent projects, then escalate findings with actionable recommendations.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Software Engineering Manager

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to lead the planning, delivery, and ongoing support of business-critical applications for a legal organization in Chicago, Illinois. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on involvement, guiding application strategy, improving system quality, and partnering with stakeholders to identify practical technology solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in software development, vendor collaboration, and application lifecycle management, along with the ability to translate operational needs into scalable systems. Responsibilities: • Lead the evaluation of business needs and technical requirements to determine the best approach for new or enhanced applications. • Oversee the design, development, testing, deployment, and support of web, intranet, and enterprise applications across all stages of the software lifecycle. • Partner with attorneys, managers, directors, and other stakeholders to recommend technology solutions that improve workflows and align with organizational goals. • Coordinate work delivered by internal teams, external vendors, and software providers to ensure projects meet quality, timing, and performance expectations. • Direct application implementation efforts, including quality assurance processes, issue resolution, and production readiness activities. • Establish and maintain sound data structures and integration approaches that support efficient information flow across enterprise systems. • Provide senior-level technical guidance to the development team, helping resolve complex design, coding, and integration challenges. • Maintain oversight of the technical direction and long-term roadmap for software products supporting practice and administrative functions. • Contribute directly to development and support work when needed to keep initiatives moving and address priority issues.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Senior Manager, IT Finance

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $175,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. Job Description:<ul><li>Lead and direct a team comprising the TBM platform team and Cloud FinOps Lead, setting priorities and holding both accountable to roadmap commitments</li><li>Translate enterprise TBM strategy into an executable roadmap for TBM Platform and Cloud FinOps, in partnership with the Director of TBM</li><li>Set direction and priorities for Apptio module build-out (Planning, TCO, Cost Allocation, Vendor Management), directing the TBM platform team's execution</li><li>Ensure system integrity, data quality, and alignment to TBM best practices across the Apptio platform</li><li>Oversee delivery of executive-level financial reporting and dashboards, including CIO-level visibility into technology spend, trends, and KPIs</li><li>Direct the Cloud FinOps Lead in maturing cloud cost allocation, optimization, and FinOps practices across Cloudability</li><li>Set the roadmap for cloud cost transparency and drive FinOps adoption with infrastructure and product teams</li><li>Serve as the senior point of contact for Technology leaders and finance team on Apptio and Cloud FinOps matters</li><li>Partner with Corporate Finance to integrate Apptio outputs into enterprise financial reporting and planning cycles</li><li>Represent Apptio and Cloud FinOps strategy and progress to the Director and senior leadership</li><li>Establish governance frameworks and standard operating procedures for the Apptio platform and Cloud FinOps function</li><li>Drive automation, data integration improvements, and organizational adoption through team-led training and enablement</li><li>TBM & Apptio Strategy — strong grasp of TBM frameworks and Apptio capabilities sufficient to direct a platform team, set priorities, and evaluate delivery quality; hands-on configuration is not required</li><li>Cloud FinOps Leadership — understanding of cloud pricing models, optimization techniques, and FinOps principles, with experience directing FinOps practice maturity</li><li>Team & Vendor Management — proven experience leading teams and directing third-party or managed-service delivery</li><li>IT Financial Planning & Analysis — solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and translating technology costs into financial narratives</li><li>Stakeholder Management & Executive Communication — skilled at engaging technology and finance audiences and presenting to senior leadership</li><li>Change Management & User Enablement — track record driving adoption of new tools and ways of working across an organization</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Project Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 plus bonus and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] Responsibilities<ul><li>Will support project teams with timely, accurate and meaningful financial information.</li><li>This individual will be responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of all subcontractors change orders, payments, contracts and waivers/affidavits.</li><li>Review project budget and cost for accuracy, analyze budget variances and potential fee changes and assist in positive cash flow while meeting accounting standards and best practices.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Software Engineer

Chicago, Illinois
remote
Permanent / Full Time
225000 - 300000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to create modern software solutions that connect data, systems, and business workflows into effective digital products. This role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and offers the opportunity to work closely with engineers, product leaders, and client stakeholders to deliver dependable, user-centered platforms. The ideal candidate enjoys building new capabilities from the ground up, solving unfamiliar technical challenges, and improving systems through thoughtful engineering practices. Responsibilities: • Build and release full-stack software products, including backend services, APIs, user interfaces, dashboards, and data-driven features that support operational decision-making. • Connect external and internal platforms by developing integrations, data flows, and synchronization processes across business and analytical systems. • Create automated workflows that streamline coordination between users, software applications, and operational processes. • Collaborate with product and engineering partners to define technical approaches, strengthen delivery methods, and improve long-term solution quality. • Engage directly with users and client stakeholders to gather requirements, validate concepts, and refine functionality based on practical feedback. • Monitor live applications, troubleshoot issues across the technology stack, and enhance system stability and performance in production environments. • Produce technical documentation, architectural guidance, and transition materials that enable client teams to support and expand delivered solutions. • Establish reusable development patterns, deployment methods, and engineering assets that improve efficiency across future engagements.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Software Engineer

Chicago, Illinois
remote
Temporary / Contract
66.5 - 75 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Sr. Software Engineer to contribute to the design and delivery of scalable backend and platform solutions supporting modern cloud-based applications. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to work with cross-functional engineering teams in Chicago, Illinois while building services, APIs, and foundational infrastructure in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate brings strong software development expertise, enjoys shaping solutions in newly established environments, and can help turn technical concepts into reliable implementations. Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain backend applications, platform components, and service integrations using technologies such as C#, .NET, Python, Node.js, and related tools. • Design and implement secure, scalable APIs and distributed services aligned with cloud-native and microservices-based architecture principles. • Build application and infrastructure solutions from the ground up, supporting greenfield initiatives through planning, development, deployment, and optimization. • Automate provisioning and release processes by applying Infrastructure as Code practices to cloud environments and platform services. • Collaborate with architects, engineering leads, and peer developers to translate technical strategies into well-structured, production-ready solutions. • Support the setup and improvement of cloud infrastructure, backend systems, and platform capabilities to ensure performance, reliability, and maintainability. • Contribute to technical discussions, code reviews, and engineering best practices that promote high-quality delivery across the development lifecycle. • Explore and incorporate emerging tools and frameworks, including AI-enabled development technologies when relevant to project goals.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Senior Manager External Financial Reporting

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $175,000-$185,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION Leads the development of all SEC quarterly and annual financial reports. Ensures effective disclosure controls and effective internal controls over financial reporting. Ensures the complete, accurate and timely submission of all external financial reporting information to the SEC. Interprets FASB/GAAP and SEC guidance to determine their impact on financial reporting matters. Manages a team of capable, high-performing accounting professionals. Job Description<ul><li>Active leader in the company's controllership community, as well as the overall finance community. (15%)</li><li>Manages the development of all SEC, FERC and state quarterly and annual financial reports. (15%)</li><li>Manages the internal financial reporting process and historical analyses of results of operations. (10%)</li><li>Main point of contact with the Business Unit internal reporting teams. (15%)</li><li>Liaison with external auditors, external and internal legal counsel and other external reporting contributors. (15%)</li><li>Interprets new technical guidance (FASB/GAAP, SEC, etc.) and other regulatory pronouncements and determines the impact on the company's financial reporting. (25%)</li><li>Works with Internal Audit and Manager of Accounting to ensure effective disclosure controls and effective internal controls over financial reporting. (5%)</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Senior Accounting Services Manager

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
160000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $165,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job SummaryThe Senior Accounting Services Manager is the most senior operating leader within the Accounting Services practice, responsible for the strategic direction, team performance, and client outcomes of the firm’s entire bookkeeping and accounting services function. This position ensures the quality, scalability, and consistency of client service delivery across a growing multi-state portfolio, plays a pivotal role in practice strategy and technology adoption, and leads integration of accounting services functions through the firm’s active acquisition program. The Senior Manager mentors the management team, drives continuous improvement, and serves as a key partner to senior firm leadership on growth initiatives. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Practice Strategy & Leadership: Provide strategic and operational leadership across the full Accounting Services practice, including oversight of all client engagements, team performance, service delivery standards, and practice-wide quality.• Team Management: Lead, develop, and retain a multi-tiered team of managers, supervisors, senior associates, and associates; build a high-performance culture anchored in accountability, client focus, and continuous improvement.• Client Portfolio Oversight: Maintain ultimate accountability for the quality and satisfaction of client relationships across the practice; serve as the firm’s senior escalation point for complex client accounting issues and engagement challenges.• Standards & Process Ownership: Establish and own firm-wide standards and workflows for bookkeeping, financial reporting, client communication, onboarding, and quality review processes.• Acquisition Integration: Drive integration of acquired firms’ accounting services practices into the company model, including onboarding acquired clients, transitioning staff, and standardizing workflows.• Cross-Practice Collaboration: Partner with the tax and advisory practices to ensure seamless, coordinated service delivery and integrated client experiences.• Technology & Automation: Evaluate and implement technology solutions—practice management platforms, cloud accounting tools, workflow automation—that increase team capacity and improve output quality at scale.• Business Development: Partner with firm leadership to define service offerings, scope new client engagements, and support firm growth initiatives.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z