Lead Project Manager

Quest Global; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Quest Global in Rockford, Illinois is seeking a Lead Project Manager to drive cross-functional project execution and ensure on-time delivery across product lines. You will own customer product line lifecycles, manage budgets, and serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders and project leaders.

The ideal candidate brings a minimum of 10 years in project/program management, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field with 9 years project and or program management experience OR Associates Degree in Business with 14 plus years' of Aerospace experience required
• Minimum 10 years of experience in product management, project coordination, account management, or executive-facing administration or program management support
• Strong critical thinking, autonomous problem-solving, exceptional written communication, and cross-functional leadership.
• Demonstrated experience with MS Office Suite: programs include Power Point, Excel,
• Microsoft Project experience a plus
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities independently
• Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required

Responsibilities

• The Lead Project Manager drives project efficiency by overseeing daily coordination, tracking financial budgets, and resolving complex operational bottlenecks.
• Act as primary communication bridge between stakeholders and project leaders to ensure cross-functional deliverables stay on schedule.
• Own designated customer product line as the primary strategic contact for all project lifecycles and issue resolution.
• Manage high-level client relations by executing communication strategies, portal updates, and timeline revisions.
• Oversee and analyze lines of balance for the customer product line to optimize operational velocity and project tracking.
• Lead integration across engineering, manufacturing, quality control, and executive leadership to align execution with client expectations.
• Author executive summaries, compliance documentation, and presentations for highly regulated environments.
• Plan and execute on-site customer visits and executive briefings representing the organization.
• Predict and mitigate risks affecting on-time material delivery before escalation.
• Collaborate with Associate Directors and Directors to align day-to-day operations with broader goals.
• Adhere to procedures, guidelines, and policies
• Maintain customer focus, integrity, and collaboration in the workplace.
• Contribute to a strong workplace culture.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Written communication

Cross-functional leadership

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Project Management or related field

Associates Degree in Business with aerospace experience

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Microsoft Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

Who We Are

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster.

Job Requirements

Job Title: Lead Project Manager

Who We Are

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.

As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we're eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

What You Will Do

The Lead Project Manager drives project efficiency by overseeing daily coordination, tracking financial budgets, and resolving complex operational bottlenecks. This autonomous role requires exercising independent judgment and discretion regarding significant administrative and project-related operations. The ideal candidate ensures that cross-functional deliverables stay on schedule and act as a primary communication bridge between stakeholders and project leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Exercise independent authority and full ownership over a designated customer product line, acting as the primary strategic point of contact for all project lifecycles, complex issue resolution, and critical inquiries.
• Manage high-level client relations by proactively executing communication strategies, portal updates, and timeline revisions to maintain transparency and alignment.
• Oversee and analyze lines of balance for the customer product line, leveraging data to optimize operational velocity and project tracking.
• Serve as the lead integrator across engineering, manufacturing, quality control, and executive leadership to align operational execution with client expectations.
• Author comprehensive executive summaries, compliance documentation, and presentations for highly regulated environments, ensuring absolute alignment with customer guidelines.
• Spearhead the planning and execution of high-profile on-site customer visits and executive briefings, professionally representing the organization and product line during facility evaluations.
• Predict and analyze risks threatening on-time material delivery, independently formulating and executing mitigation strategies before escalation.
• Collaborate closely with Associate Directors and Directors to align day-to-day operations with broader organizational goals.
• Adhere to established procedures, guidelines, and policies
• Maintain customer focus, integrity, and collaboration in the workplace.
• Contribute openly and transparently to internal efforts for ensuring a strong workplace culture.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field with 9 years project and or program management experience OR Associates Degree in Business with 14 plus years' of Aerospace experience required
• Minimum 10 years of experience in product management, project coordination, account management, or executive-facing administration or program management support
• Strong critical thinking, autonomous problem-solving, exceptional written communication, and cross-functional leadership.
• Demonstrated experience with MS Office Suite: programs include Power Point, Excel,
• Microsoft Project experience a plus
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities independently
• Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required

Pay Range

$98K to $102K

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements

• This role is a 100% on-site position located in Rockford, ILL
• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
• Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Travel requirements

Due to the nature of the work, zero travel is required.

Citizenship requirement

Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance, Short/Long Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Referral program