Compensation Project Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

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The Boeing Company's Total Rewards organization is currently looking for a Compensation Senior Manager - Front Line Compensation to join their team. This role can be based in any of the following locations: Seattle, WA; Auburn, WA; Everett, WA; Renton, WA; Tukwila, WA; Long Beach, CA; El Segundo, CA; Seal Beach, CA; Huntington Beach, CA; San Antonio, TX; Portland, OR; Huntsville, AL; Berkely, MO; North Charleston, SC; Mesa, AZ; Helena, MT; Salt Lake City, UT; Jacksonville, FL; Titusville, FL; Ridley Park, PA; or Chicago, IL.

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Project Leader to spearhead a critical compensation transformation project focused on our hourly pay practice. This role will lead the re-design and implementation of a unified, market-aligned compensation structure for approximately 15,000 hourly employees across multiple business units.

The successful candidate will lead cross-functional collaboration, align initiatives with business goals, and develop a scalable, equitable compensation framework that enhances talent attraction, retention, and engagement. They will possess exceptional communication, influencing, and leadership abilities. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience partnering effectively with cross-functional teams and external consultants. A deep commitment to equity and inclusion in compensation practices is critical to maintaining fairness and transparency throughout the organization.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-impact project that will shape the future of our hourly workforce compensation. You will work with senior leaders across the organization and play a pivotal role in driving fairness, competitiveness, and operational excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end project management of the hourly pay practice transformation, including assessment, design, implementation, and communication

• Analyze current compensation structures across multiple business units to identify opportunities for standardization

• Develop a comprehensive, market-competitive hourly pay framework that aligns with organizational goals and supports equitable pay practices

• Collaborate closely with Human Resources (HR) leaders, business unit executives, finance, legal, and external consultants to ensure alignment and compliance

• Drive stakeholder engagement and change management efforts to facilitate smooth adoption of new compensation structures

• Oversee data analysis, market benchmarking, job evaluation, and pay range development specific to hourly roles

• Establish clear governance and decision-making processes for ongoing compensation management post-implementation

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional project team, fostering collaboration and high performance

• Develop and execute a clear communication strategy tailored for hourly employees to ensure understanding and transparency of the new compensation structure and an "always on" on-going communication plan to ensure hourly employees regularly receive updates on their compensation and benefits structure

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

BasicQualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• 3+ years of experience leading large-scale transformation and change initiatives in a complex, global organization

• 3+ years of experience leading teams either formally or informally

• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

• 5+ years of experience analyzing data to extract insights for strategic decision-making and planning

• Experience with large-scale compensation projects

• Experience with job evaluation methodologies, market pricing, and pay structure design for hourly roles

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

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At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $182,750 - $264,500

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