Strategic Project Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

Chervon is one of the world’s largest power tool and outdoor power equipment manufacturers with a rich history of innovation. Chervon’s commitment to build a better world by building better tools is evident in the products we manufacture and our green approach to manufacturing. We design, engineer and market power tools and outdoor power equipment within our brand portfolio- EGO, FLEX and SKIL and for other highly respected private brands. With world-class R&D, design, manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, sales, and service teams throughout the world, we do it all. 

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Manager of Strategic Project Management Office (SPMO) provides leadership, organization and coordination to support strategic initiative execution through initiative scoping, project management and execution. The SPMO ensures all projects administered by the adhere to the best practices and standard approaches for program and project management. He/she manages change and promotes the continuous improvement of project management related processes throughout Chervon. The SPMO guides project stakeholders in defining project scope and ensuring the effective utilization of resource.

The Manager, SPMO will work closely with senior leadership to align on the strategic priorities of the organization. This position requires an individual with deep expertise in strategic planning, project management, and process optimization.
 

Key Job Responsibilities:

• SPMO Leadership & Strategy - Lead the Strategic Project Management Office, ensuring the implementation and adherence to best practices and methodologies. Drive project management maturity and consistency across the organization.
• Project Portfolio Management - Oversee and optimize a portfolio of strategic projects, ensuring prioritization aligns with corporate objectives and resources are effectively allocated.
• Process Management - Define and maintain project management standards, processes, and best practices to ensure consistency and initiative success.
• SPMO Performance - Standardize PMO governance, reporting, and performance tracking, providing insights to senior leadership through reporting and KPIs.
• Risk & Change Management – Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across projects. Champion change management initiatives to ensure successful project adoption and integration.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Act as a trusted advisor to executives and key stakeholders, facilitating decision-making and aligning projects with business needs.
• Continuous Improvement - Capture lessons learned and apply insights to refine processes and improve future project execution.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project/program management, with at least 3 years in a PMO leadership role or managing project managers

• Knowledge and experience of best practice project management methodologies and techniques to provide sound advice and support to Project Managers

• Strong understanding of project portfolio management, governance, and execution frameworks

• Ability to influence others to manage their projects in accordance with project management best practice

• Ability to navigate complex, high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change management and process improvement

• Ability to clearly, concisely and accurately report on project progress and outcomes to leadership and steering groups

• Ability to quickly develop an understanding of complex projects and situations across all areas of the organization 

• Project management qualification preferred including PMP, PgMP or Six Sigma Black Belt

• The salary range for this position is $115k to $145k. Offers are generally made between this range depending on skills, experience, and internal equity. In some cases, highly qualified candidates may receive an offer outside of the posted range.

Competencies:

Project Portfolio management

Leadership

Teamwork

Strategic thinking

Personal effectiveness/credibility

Communication proficiency

Presentation skills

Business acumen

Risk & Change Management

Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position has supervisory responsibility of the project management team. 

TravelThis position may require occasional travel (up to 10%), including some international travel.

About Our Working Environment

Chervon North America operates in a casual and fun environment. Our North American headquarters is located one block from I-88 in a state-of-the-art LEED certified facility with high-end amenities such as a café, gym, outdoor terrace, landscaped patio, ergonomic height-adjustable desks, and open collaborative spaces. We offer a very competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, life insurance, parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, an open PTO program and a hybrid work environment.

We think Chervon is a great place to work!  Be part of our new future!  Better Tools.  Better World.

Chervon North America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.  We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, age, religion, color, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender, pregnancy, military status, order of protection status, transgender status, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. 

#LI-Hybrid