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IntelliSource

Realty Project Coach

Champaign, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Gifford, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Tolono, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Rantoul, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Champaign, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Tuscola, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Gifford, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Mahomet, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Mahomet, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Champaign, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Thomasboro, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Paxton, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Homer, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Fisher, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Villa Grove, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Tuscola, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Villa Grove, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Monticello, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Savoy, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

Walmart

(USA) Realty Project Coach

Fisher, IL · On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns. * Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans ...

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How much do associate project leader jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate project leader in Champaign, IL is $30.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.24 and $35.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Associate Project Leaders?

Associate Project Leaders are professionals who assist in planning, executing, and closing projects under the guidance of a Project Leader or Manager. They help coordinate project activities, manage timelines, communicate with stakeholders, and ensure project deliverables are met within scope, budget, and schedule. Associate Project Leaders often serve as a bridge between team members and upper management, helping to resolve issues and keep the project on track. This role is ideal for those looking to gain experience in project management and develop leadership skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Project Leader, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Project Leader, you need strong project management skills, organizational abilities, and typically a bachelor’s degree in business, management, or a related field. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Asana, or Trello, and sometimes a certification like CAPM or PMP, is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate teams and manage stakeholder expectations. These skills are crucial for delivering projects on time, within scope, and ensuring team alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

What is the difference between Associate Project Leader vs Project Coordinator?

AspectAssociate Project LeaderProject Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree, relevant certifications (e.g., PMP)Bachelor's degree often preferred, certifications less common
Work EnvironmentInvolved in project planning, execution, and team coordinationFocuses on administrative tasks, scheduling, and communication
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries like construction, IT, and engineeringCommon across various industries for project support roles

The Associate Project Leader typically has more responsibility in project execution and team leadership compared to a Project Coordinator, who mainly handles administrative and logistical tasks. Both roles require strong organizational skills, but the Associate Project Leader often participates more actively in decision-making and project management processes.

How does an Associate Project Leader typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

As an Associate Project Leader, you will frequently coordinate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, marketing, finance, and operations to ensure project milestones are achieved on schedule. This involves facilitating regular meetings, clearly communicating project goals, tracking progress, and addressing any roadblocks that arise. Effective collaboration requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills, as you’ll often need to gather input from various stakeholders and align team efforts with overall project objectives.
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Infographic showing various Associate Project Leader job openings in Champaign, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,136 per year, or $30.4 per hour.
Realty Project Coach

Realty Project Coach

IntelliSource

Champaign, IL • On-site

$60K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Description
As a Realty Project Coach, you'll join our Realty Execution team for Walmart US. You will take ownership in delivering store and club remodels, new stores and clubs, and special projects across the US. Your responsibility will be to ensure projects are done on time, within budget, and meet our top-notch quality standards. In this role, you'll partner with store team leads to supervise hourly team members, handle any escalations, and collaborate with store leadership to keep everything on track. You'll have the opportunity to travel to projects across the US.
Walmart truly stands out as the best place to build a career from the ground up. No other company can rival our combination of making a massive impact and our culture of promoting from within, from entry-level roles all the way to executive positions. Thanks to our unique mix of career pathways, perks, and pay, you can craft just about any career you dream of here, no matter where you start or what you aspire to achieve.
Why You'll Love This Role:
  • Influencing Others: Motivate your team to meet timelines and deliverables on projects. Encourage collaboration and teamwork among associates. Reinforce what teamwork looks like by resolving store leadership, supplier, and associate concerns.
  • Project Ownership: Own the execution of projects in your assigned stores. Communicate plans, changes, and obstacles to key stakeholders. Understand plans and minimize impact on store operations.
  • Develop Associates: Provide supervision and development opportunities for your team members. Spend time listening and acting on ideas, suggestions, questions, or concerns. Evaluate talent, train and mentor, provide recognition, and identify career paths for associates.

Your Resume Will Stand Out With:
  • Demonstrated knowledge of construction remodels, project management, space management, and/or store design.
  • Experience with leading people, projects, initiatives, or leading cross-functional teams.

Shift: Primarily working overnights; night shifts average from 10 to 12 hours.
Travel: Frequent travel up to 1000 miles from home is a role requirement. Expect to be away from home 80% of the time, or for 17-21 days at a time. Travel areas are based on project workload and will change as the business needs. Associate will be based out of a home store but can expect to travel to surrounding states or farther to support projects. Mileage will be reimbursed, and overnight stays will be paid for RPC roles.
Salary: The annual salary range for this position is $60,000 - $110,000.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field and 1 year of experience in project management, space management, store design, operations, data analysis, or related area OR 3 years of experience in project management, space management, store design, operations, data analysis, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Business or related field.
  • 1 year's experience leading cross-functional teams.
  • Project Management - Management Professional Certification.

Additional Information:
  • Must have reliable transportation.
  • Provide supervision and development opportunities for associates by hiring and training, mentoring, assigning duties, recognizing contributions, and fostering diversity awareness.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and support the company's mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans; utilizing and supporting the Open-Door Policy; and providing direction and guidance on applying these in executing business processes and practices.
  • Provide and support the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders; identifying business needs; determining and carrying out necessary processes and practices; monitoring progress and results; recognizing and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes, and new responsibilities.

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Belonging at Walmart
We aim to create a culture where every associate feels valued for who they are and is rooted in respect for the individual. Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging, create opportunities for all our associates, customers, and suppliers, and be a Walmart for everyone.
At Walmart, our vision is "everyone included." By fostering a workplace culture where everyone is - and feels - included, everyone wins. Approximately 90% of the U.S. population lives within 10 miles of a Walmart or Sam's Club - our associates and customers reflect the makeup of all of America, as well as the 18 other countries where we operate. By making Walmart a welcoming place where all people feel like they belong, we're able to engage associates, strengthen our business, improve our ability to serve customers, and support the communities where we operate.
Belonging: We aim to create a culture where every associate feels valued for who they are and is rooted in respect for the individual.
Associates: We want to ensure our associates worldwide are seen for their unique contributions, supported in their daily work, and connected to co-workers.
  • Walmart is the U.S.'s largest private employer.
  • Our policies, practices, and programs promote fairness and the same treatment for all associates. Everyone in our workforce has the same access to opportunities for growth, development, and advancement.
  • We transparently report on our workforce twice a year, and we have associate resource groups to further engagement, networking, connection, and a sense of community.

Business and Customers: We provide an assortment of products and services that meet the unique needs of our customers and members while strengthening our connection to the communities we serve.
  • We operate sensory-friendly hours in all stores from 8am to 10am daily and offer Caroline's Carts - a specially designed shopping cart for children and adults with disabilities.
  • Our focus every day is how we can best serve our customers with quality food and goods at everyday low prices, which are 10-25% lower than those of competitors.

Communities: Walmart thrives when we take a shared value approach, complementing business with philanthropy to strengthen the communities where we operate and prioritize issues that are meaningful to our business and all customers.
  • Walmart is one of the most charitable companies in the Fortune 500. Last year, we gave away over 8% of our profits through a combination of in-kind and cash gifts totaling more than $1.7 billion.

View the annual and mid-year Belonging reports. View associate Belonging stories on Walmart World.
Walmart Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while welcoming all people.
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