Senior Communications Project Manager Jobs in Burr Ridge, IL

Introduction
Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact!
We're problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction.
Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT. Find out what our people deliver.® means when you come move the world with us! Hear directly from our teammates at AIT Worldwide Logistics and make us the next stop on your career journey.
Overview
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing the direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of the projects assigned, while remaining aligned with strategy, commitments and goals of the organization. The Senior Project Manager role will be responsible for managing projects from onset through completion, while working to enhance quality management systems, company related KPI's, and policies.
Responsibilities

• Develop, establish and manage a platform and process for receiving and tracking all project requests and project plans, including resources, timeframes and budgets.
• Establish project templates to be used and modified as needed
• Work with quality management system (QMS) and performance management teams to develop ROI and synergy tracking. Ensuring industry standards and customer satisfaction are maintained throughout the project as well as that safety regulations and company policies are followed.
• Create monthly status report readout to executive management
• Coordinates with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to identify project scope and determine the team's key players and requirements; identifies and mitigates project risk and issues
• Develops and schedules team responsibilities; technical/operation requirements; detailed project plans, project budget, timelines, resources, specifications, etc. to accomplish project goals; continually follows up with team to ensure goals are achieved.
• As the point of contact; manages projects, including leading project meetings; documents issues, action items, user requirements, or deliverables; updates project schedules and plans, project communications, provides project participant status updates, budget tracking, etc.
• Drive a self-management project work stream process and execution.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• The wage range for this position is $92,700.00-$139,060.00 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience

Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (Required) or
• Master's Degree (Preferred)
Experience
• 7+ years experience as a project manager or experience as team lead managing large budgets (Required)
• 3+ years of experience in a freight forwarding environment (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Project planning and life cycle development High
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the confidence to present, influence, and collaborate at the leadership level High
• Strong analytical skills to think strategically, analyze business data that tells a story, and develop holistic HR solutions to address talent gaps High
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel (formulas, pivot tables, vlookups) and PowerPoint High
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems. High
• Strong time management and organizational skills. High
• Knowledge of project management, timelines, deadlines, and follow-through on finished projects. High
• Effectively use project management tools and techniques High
Licenses and Certifications
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI - Program & Project Management\Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI (Preferred)
What AIT Can Offer You
In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.
About AIT Worldwide
AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarder that helps companies grow by expanding access to markets all over the world where they can sell and/or procure their raw materials, components and finished goods. For more than 40 years, the Chicago-based supply chain solutions leader has relied on a consultative approach to build a global network and trusted partnerships in nearly every industry, including aerospace, automotive, consumer retail, energy, food, government, high-tech, industrial, life sciences and marine. Backed by scalable, user-friendly technology, AIT's flexible business model customizes door-to-door deliveries via sea, air, ground and rail-on time and on budget. With expert teammates staffing more than 150 worldwide locations in Asia, Europe and North America, AIT's full-service options also include customs clearance, warehouse management and white glove services.
AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at 630-766-8300 ext 5218.