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Orbital

Senior Project Manager

Hammond, IN · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Provide oversight, direction, and escalation support to project managers across technical, operational, and commercial matters * Monitor portfolio performance using established metrics (e.g., earned ...

Midway Building Services

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

Mentor and support project managers and field personnel as needed. Qualifications * 5+ years of project management experience in restoration, mitigation, reconstruction, or related construction ...

Midway Building Services

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

Mentor and support project managers and field personnel as needed. Qualifications * 5+ years of project management experience in restoration, mitigation, reconstruction, or related construction ...

CAGE Engineering

Director of Project Management

Lisle, IL · On-site

$130 - $170/hr

Mentor and coach Project Managers and Project Coordinators. * Drive adoption of project management methodologies across the organization. Project Financial Management * Monitor project financial ...

Burwood Group, Inc

Project Manager

Oak Brook, IL · On-site +1

... Project Managers, Practice Leadership, and technical delivery teams. This role is ideal for a project management professional ready to take the next step in their consulting career by leading ...

Burwood Group, Inc

Project Manager

Oak Brook, IL · Hybrid

... Project Managers, Practice Leadership, and technical delivery teams. This role is ideal for a project management professional ready to take the next step in their consulting career by leading ...

EXP

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K/yr

Project Managers at EXP are the primary liaison between clients and EXP project teams, including subconsultants * As Project Manager, you will be responsible and accountable for understanding and ...

exp

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K/yr

Project Managers at EXP are the primary liaison between clients and EXP project teams, including subconsultants * As Project Manager, you will be responsible and accountable for understanding and ...

Americaneagle.com

Senior Project Manager

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

$75K - $130K/yr

Our project managers are responsible for managing our project budgets, communicating with our clients, our project timelines, mitigating project risks, blockers and escalations, tracking and ...

Inizio Evoke

Senior Project Manager

Chicago, IL · Remote

Project managers are the driving force at Inizio Evoke. As the internal point of contact for all projects, project managers serve as operational partners with the account team and are the liaisons ...

Inizio Evoke

Senior Project Manager

Chicago, IL · Remote

Project managers are the driving force at Inizio Evoke. As the internal point of contact for all projects, project managers serve as operational partners with the account team and are the liaisons ...

Mesa Associates, Inc.

Project Manager

Crown Point, IN · Hybrid

Ability to perform broad range of supervisory responsibilities over Engineers and Project Managers engaged in the design phase of small, medium, and large utility projects * Possess strong verbal and ...

Mesa Associates Inc.

Project Manager

Crown Point, IN · Hybrid

Ability to perform broad range of supervisory responsibilities over Engineers and Project Managers engaged in the design phase of small, medium, and large utility projects * Possess strong verbal and ...

Career Collective

Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Collaborate closely with engineers, surveyors, and project managers to ensure quality and accuracy in all deliverables. * Maintain organized drawing files and project documentation in accordance with ...

Virtusa

Project Manager

Chicago, IL

Organize and facilitate monthly capital meetings for PSMAD, acting as the central liaison between BTS Finance and project managers, streamlining action items, follow-ups, and stakeholder engagement.

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for project managers in Chicago, IL is $105,857.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,900.00 and $126,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Project Managers vs Project Coordinators?

AspectProject ManagersProject Coordinators
CertificationsPMP, CAPM, PMI certificationsCertifications are optional; often entry-level
Work EnvironmentLead projects, make strategic decisionsAssist with project tasks, support project managers
ResponsibilitiesPlanning, execution, budget management, stakeholder communicationScheduling, documentation, coordinating team activities
Industry UsageCommon across industries like construction, IT, manufacturingSupport roles within the same industries

Project Managers oversee entire projects, making strategic decisions and managing budgets, while Project Coordinators support project teams with scheduling and documentation. Both roles are essential, but Project Managers hold more responsibility for project success.

What does a project manager actually do?

A project manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of projects by coordinating team members, managing budgets, setting timelines, and ensuring goals are met. They use tools like Gantt charts and project management software and often hold certifications such as PMP to ensure effective leadership and organization.

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Infographic showing various Project Managers job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 73% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,857 per year, or $50.9 per hour.

Senior Project Manager

Orbital

Hammond, IN • On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Job Title:
Senior Project Manager
Location:
Hybrid; Hammond, IN
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Job Description:
Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex, multi-discipline projects while providing direct leadership, oversight, and development of a team of project managers. This position serves as a critical link between project execution and client engagement, ensuring consistent delivery performance while actively supporting business development and growth initiatives.
The role requires strong technical and commercial acumen, with a focus on building client relationships, driving repeat business, and enhancing overall project delivery excellence. This is a hybrid role with a strong preference for candidates located in the Greater Hammond, IN Region. The position requires regular engagement with regional project teams and clients, including periodic travel to project sites and offices as needed to support successful project delivery and business development activities.
Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To
Project & Portfolio Leadership
  • Lead the successful execution of multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery aligns with scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations
  • Provide oversight, direction, and escalation support to project managers across technical, operational, and commercial matters
  • Monitor portfolio performance using established metrics (e.g., earned value, margin performance, schedule adherence) and implement corrective actions as needed
  • Ensure consistent application of project management processes, including risk management, change control, forecasting, and reporting
  • Drive accountability for project financial performance, including revenue recognition, cost control, and margin improvement

Client Engagement & Business Development
  • Serve as a senior client interface, developing and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts across assigned markets
  • Proactively identify additional opportunities within existing client engagements, including follow-on work, program expansion, and cross-service offerings
  • Partner with Operations leadership to support growth strategies within targeted regions and accounts
  • Lead or support proposal development efforts, including scope definition, execution approach, resource planning, and pricing strategies
  • Participate in client meetings, site visits, and industry events to strengthen Orbital's market presence and brand
  • Provide input on contract terms, risk positioning, and commercial strategy to ensure alignment with company objectives
  • Drive client satisfaction by ensuring project teams are responsive, proactive, and aligned with client expectations

Team Leadership & Development
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of project managers, establishing clear expectations and performance standards
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide coaching, and support career development planning
  • Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the project management team
  • Support onboarding and training initiatives to strengthen project delivery capabilities and consistency

Operational Excellence & Governance
  • Champion standardized project management tools, methodologies, and PMO practices across the organization
  • Drive continuous improvement in project execution, including lessons learned, efficiency gains, and process enhancements
  • Ensure compliance with corporate quality standards, client requirements, and applicable regulatory frameworks
  • Collaborate with engineering and functional leaders to optimize resource allocation and workload balancing

Other Duties
  • Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice

Work Environment
  • Hybrid; Hammond, IN

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline
  • 10+ years of experience managing complex, multi-discipline projects in industrial or infrastructure environments
  • 3+ years of experience leading and supervising project managers or project teams
  • Demonstrated success managing project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and margin control
  • Experience in heavy industrial sectors (e.g., oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, steel, or specialty chemicals)
  • Proven ability to build client relationships and contribute to business development efforts
  • Strong understanding of project management tools, systems, and performance metrics (including earned value management)

Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional Engineer (PE), PMP, or equivalent certification
  • Experience operating within a structured PMO or program management environment

Salary Range:
  • $120,000 - $180,000 (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits:
A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.
About Orbital:
Powered by People, Driven by Solutions
Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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