Job Title: Project Manager (L&D and EEDI)
Length of Assignment: 06 months (possible Extension)
Location/Site: Waukegan Road, North Chicago, IL 60045
Hybrid role - Onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
 
Purpose:

• Describe the primary goals, objectives, functions, or outputs of this position.
• Responsible for leading project plans, coordinating and developing communications, and designing tasks and schedules that lead to optimal effectiveness of work for the Education and Leadership Development department.
• This includes a weekly review of projects, budget management and the development of presentations and communication materials.
• The position will collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization, across the globe, and with outside vendors on key activities and milestones.
• Responsible for managing and maintaining files and other knowledge resources.

 
Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience required.
• Strong Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and SharePoint skills are required.
• Strong planning, execution, budget, and project management skills are required.
• Experience in learning and development or EEDI (Equity, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, global, and matrix environment. Strong interpersonal skills to quickly build rapport and credibility. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving and ability to conceptualize the organization, planning, and projects (envisioning through implementation). Demonstrates initiative and creativity.

 
Responsibilities:
List up to 10 main responsibilities for the job. Include information about the accountability and scope.

• Accountable for meeting project objectives on schedule and within budget. Uses foresight to anticipate roadblocks before they occur.
• Supports planning, coordination, and development of learning initiatives, meetings, and events, including material development and production
• Provides support for the management and coordination of external vendors
• Aligns with cross-functional partners early in the process to anticipate changes, effectively communicate, and lead change management.
• Supports the coordination of the timely flow of information to ensure the broader department is well-informed and applies insight to enhance communications plans
• Leverages technology in innovative ways to anticipate or address department needs and increase effectiveness.
• Evaluates strategic risks of business alternatives, recommends actions, and develops strategies to cope with various scenarios.
• Have a high degree of freedom to achieve these objectives and maintain constant communication/interaction with stakeholders to ensure quick responses and satisfactory outcomes.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 50.00/hr.