Non-IT Project Manager

ManpowerGroup Global, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup Global, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead business-focused initiatives from initiation through rollout, partnering with IT, operations, and business stakeholders across the organization to define scope and deliverables.

The ideal candidate has strong stakeholder management, excellent communication, and proven cross-functional leadership. You will drive governance and risk management, ensure alignment with objectives, and oversee rollout and change activities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing functional or business-side projects from planning through delivery.
• Strong understanding of business processes, workflows, and functional system requirements.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or Jira.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, including executive presentations.
• PMP or similar project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources from initiation through rollout.
• Coordinate with IT, operations, and other departments to align with requirements and goals.
• Communicate status, risks, and issues to stakeholders and executives.
• Oversee testing, training, and change management activities with SMEs and business analysts.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

PMP or certification

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Jira

Tools

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Jira

Job description

Our client is seeking a Project Manager to join their team. As a Project Manager, you will lead business-focused projects from initiation through rollout, partnering with IT, operations, and business stakeholders across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong stakeholder management, excellent communication, and proven cross-functional leadership skills, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Charlotte, NC 28202

Pay Range: $55.00 per hour

What's the Job?

• Lead cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, translating business requirements into actionable project plans.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resources from initiation through successful rollout.
• Coordinate with IT, operations, and other departments to ensure solutions align with functional requirements and organizational goals.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues clearly to stakeholders and executives, driving timely decisions and issue resolution.
• Oversee testing, training, and change management activities in collaboration with subject matter experts and business analysts.

What's Needed?

• Proven experience managing functional or business-side projects from planning through delivery.
• Strong understanding of business processes, workflows, and functional system requirements.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or Jira.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, including experience presenting to executive audiences.
• PMP or similar project management certification preferred.

What's in it for me?

• Lead high-visibility projects that directly shape business operations and organizational goals.
• Work at the intersection of business and technology, partnering with leaders across IT, operations, and business functions.
• Own projects end to end — scope, budget, schedule, and rollout — with real decision-making authority.
• Sharpen and showcase change management, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Competitive pay at $55.00 per hour in the heart of Uptown Charlotte.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.