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Solar Landscape

Project Management Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$55K - $75K/yr

Manage project administration, including company licenses, CRM data entry and maintenance, RFI and ... · Training / Professional development opportunities · 401(k) with 4% company match · Summer ...

Solar Landscape

Project Management Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

Manage project administration, including company licenses, CRM data entry and maintenance, RFI and ... Training / Professional development opportunities • 401(k) with 4% company match • Summer ...

Solar Landscape

Project Management Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$55K - $75K/yr

Manage project administration, including company licenses, CRM data entry and maintenance, RFI and ... Training / Professional development opportunities 401(k) with 4% company match Summer Fridays ...

Fortune Brands

Director, Project Management

Deerfield, IL · On-site

$140K - $220K/yr

This Director, Project Management will be eligible for a hybrid schedule working onsite in our ... training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base ...

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How much do project management trainer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for project management trainer in Chicago, IL is $31.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.79 and $36.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a project management trainer?

A Project Management Trainer is a professional who educates individuals or teams on project management principles, methodologies, and best practices. They develop training materials, conduct workshops, and provide guidance on industry standards such as Agile, Scrum, or PMP frameworks. Their goal is to enhance the project management skills of learners, ensuring they can effectively plan, execute, and manage projects. Trainers may work for corporate organizations, training institutions, or as independent consultants.

What are some common challenges a project management trainer faces and how can they be addressed?

Project Management Trainers often encounter participants with varying levels of experience, which can make it challenging to tailor content to everyone’s needs. Managing engagement and participation in both in-person and virtual settings also requires creativity and adaptability. Trainers can overcome these challenges by using interactive approaches, real-world case studies, and ongoing feedback to adjust their teaching style. Building rapport and fostering a supportive learning environment helps ensure all participants gain practical, actionable skills from the training.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project management trainer?

To thrive as a Project Management Trainer, you need expertise in project management methodologies, adult learning principles, and proven experience leading projects, often supported by a PMP or similar certification. Familiarity with project management software like Microsoft Project, Asana, or Jira is highly valuable to demonstrate practical tools and techniques. Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills help you engage learners and adapt to diverse audiences. These skills are vital to effectively equip professionals with the knowledge and confidence to manage real-world projects successfully.

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Senior Consultant, Project Portfolio Management

Integrated Project Management

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

For more than three decades, premier organizations have trusted IPM to lead the successful execution of their strategic portfolios and critically important initiatives. Headquartered in Chicago with offices in Boston, Parsippany, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, IPM has led more than 5,000 projects for over 500 clients. Our clients range from Fortune 100 companies to start-ups.
We are a certified "Great Place to Work" company and have been named to the Great Place to Work list of "Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services".
Our Consultants are our full-time employees and the competitive advantage that sets us apart from the rest.

IPM partners with clients across multiple industry sectors, including pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, consumer products, industrial products, and healthcare, which often includes mid-sized to large organizations.
As part of IPM's national Project Portfolio Management (PPM) practice, we lead: the assessment and enhancement of existing PMO's, the establishment of new PMOs, the development of portfolio frameworks, and establishment of resource planning models. PMOs could include variations such as EPMO, TMO, SRO, VMO, etc. These frameworks often include processes, governance, tools, capabilities, and leadership.
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a Senior Consultant, you will partner with client leadership and delivery teams to assess the current state of project and portfolio management, develop actionable recommendations and roadmaps, and support the implementation of business-focused solutions. This role is centered on enterprise-level PMO leadership, with a strong emphasis on new product development, strategic initiatives, and business execution across the organization.
Please note: This role does not manage IT systems implementations or infrastructure projects, nor does it involve application development, cybersecurity, or technology operations.
At each new engagement you will leverage the continual exposure and experiences from working within a variety of clients.
Your primary goals and focus will be to:
  • Assess current PMO and portfolio frameworks
  • Identify the root cause of issues and inefficiencies
  • Develop future-state recommendations and a roadmap for improvement
  • Design and develop solutions, including processes, governance, and tools
  • Leverage current industry best-practice methodologies and tools
  • Manage and mentor teams of project managers
  • Integrate AI into PMO and portfolio functions
  • Support business development discussions and documentation
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate for this position should have the following skills and experience:
  • A bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline, or relatable field to our industries. Advanced degrees in business is a plus.
  • At least 12 years of related experience growing into roles of greater responsibility, with 7 years leading projects or programs
  • At least 5 years of experience leading PMOs and/or managing project portfolios
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
  • Advanced portfolio or program management certifications a plus
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • High level of attention to details
  • Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to effectively communicate, including presentation skills
  • Strong consulting skills with ability to assess and advise on PMOs and developing portfolio management
  • Knowledge of maturity frameworks and ability to work at different maturity levels, depending on client engagements
  • Experience managing and/or mentoring project managers
  • Ability to leverage best-practice tools, such as Smartsheet, Planisware, Planview, etc. to enhance PMO and portfolio reporting.
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt to new situations
WHY IPM
  • Engaging culture:IPM has a caring, nurturing culture with a transparent communication approach and culture-building and team-building events, both regional and company-wide.
  • Inclusion:Diversity, Equity and Inclusion have always been a part of our culture; we are a company that treats everyone with respect and dignity. Everyone has a voice and is heard.
  • Professional development:We ensure you reach your professional aspirations by providing you with training and development opportunities. We'll create the bandwidth you need to further your career at IPM. You are IPM's future - we only promote from within.
  • Diverse projects:We lead a wide variety of projects and provide significant exposure to many clients and project types.
  • Collaborative work environment: We have a well-structured system to provide support from managers, internal teams, and our Centers of Excellence (CoE). Our CoEs serve as a resource for specific service and industry knowledge, tools and best practices.
  • Comprehensive compensation and benefits program: including 100% employer-paid health for employees and 80% paid health for dependents; 401(k)matching, performance bonus, relocation assistance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, holiday, personal and sick time, among many others; salary range is $130,000 - $165,000 dependent on experience.
  • Philanthropy:We are devoted to the communities we serve and actively promote employee involvement in community improvement projects. We've created "Project Mercy" to channel our philanthropic efforts every quarter.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, and market / business considerations.
IPM is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
IPM's hybrid work environment requires a minimum of three days in the office. The specific days are flexible and may vary depending on project schedules and meetings. On-site locations may also vary. In addition, we follow our clients' guidance on on-site requirements, so the minimum number of days in the office may increase depending on the client and project assignment.

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