Product Manager 5

Apex Systems; Deerfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

ESPP

HSA

EAP

Discount programs

Certification prep

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Product Manager in Deerfield, IL (Remote) to oversee the application of PM methods across the product lifecycle. You will partner with cross-functional teams to define requirements and lead development groups to deliver software solutions that meet business needs.

The role emphasizes budget tracking, scope management, risk assessment, and clear communication with stakeholders. A technical background and 10+ years in product/project management are preferred, with PMP/

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as CS or engineering is required.
• 10+ years of product/project management experience and budget oversight.
• Proven skills in managing multi-platform IT projects and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project budgets, plans, timelines, and scope.
• Lead resources, coach staff, and motivate team members.
• Define business requirements with functional teams.
• Lead dev teams to deliver software solutions.
• Create test plans and ensure defect-free releases.
• Support UAT and rollout planning.
• Present cost–benefit analyses to stakeholders.
• Apply standard SDLC and PM processes consistently.
• Deliver updates to steering committees and sponsors.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

MBA or related advanced degree

Job description

Job Information

Job#: 3055660

Title: Product Manager

Location: Deerfield, Illinois (Remote)

Role Overview

This position oversees the application of project management methodology during all phases of the product cycle, with key focus areas including product design, scope management, cost control, quality, and performance reporting. The selected candidate will partner closely with functional project teams to define business requirements and lead developer teams to deliver software solutions that meet organizational needs. Professional growth is supported through the ownership of diverse product cycles within a collaborative, large-scale systems environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, track, and manage project budgets, project plans, timelines, and scope.
• Manage project resources, including procuring staff, coaching, motivating, and advising team members.
• Partner with functional project teams to define and document clear business requirements.
• Lead development teams in the delivery of high-quality software solutions.
• Define comprehensive test plans to ensure products are defect-free prior to User Acceptance Testing.
• Facilitate the User Acceptance Testing process, including the development of rollout plans and procedures.
• Prepare and present detailed cost-benefit analyses to support product decisions.
• Ensure appropriate systems development and project management processes are utilized consistently.
• Deliver presentations to steering committees and project sponsors.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering, or a related field is required. An MBA or related advanced degree is preferred.

Experience: 10 or more years of experience in product or project management, with a proven track record of managing project resources and budgets.

Technical Skills: Proven project management expertise, experience delivering technology and business application solutions in a large‑scale, multi‑platform systems environment, and a strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles to technology products.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or PMI certification.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in a changing environment and manage competing priorities.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to learn business processes quickly and work with partners at various organizational levels.

Company Culture

Everforth Apex is a world‑class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
• SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
• Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on‑demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.