Project Manager

Socket.dev; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Dental & vision coverage

Life insurance

Transit reimbursement

Orthodontic treatment discounts

Job summary

Orthodontic Experts is hiring a Project Manager to lead multi-site openings, coordinate rooms, equipment installs, and manage teams. Based in Des Plaines, IL, you will forecast costs, track expenditures, and ensure projects align with organizational goals and standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in project management, a business degree, strong leadership, and superb communication. Onsite role with some travel offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in project coordination or management.
• Experience in multi-site operations (healthcare or construction ideal).
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities with financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Define scope, goals, and detailed work plans with milestones.
• Oversee new location openings, room buildouts, and equipment installation.
• Assemble teams and manage labor and material resources.
• Forecast costs and track expenses to prevent overruns.
• Identify bottlenecks and develop contingency plans.
• Mitigate risks and exploit opportunities.
• Serve as primary contact and update stakeholders on progress.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and dental board standards.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Communication

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

About us:

At Orthodontic Experts, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and setting the standard for orthodontic excellence. With over 30 locations across the greater Chicagoland area, Wisconsin, and Indiana, and continued growth ahead, we are focused on transforming smiles and making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

We are looking for team members who are passionate about high-quality care and align with our Core Values:

• Accountability
• Continuous Improvement
• Inclusion
• Integrity
• Respect
• Teamwork
• Transparency

Learn more about our Project Manager position:

The project manager is responsible for the direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of the project while remaining aligned with the strategy, commitments, and goals of the organization.

Job responsibilities & duties:

• Define project scope, establish SMART goals, and create detailed work plans, timelines, and milestones.
• Oversee new location openings, room buildouts, and equipment installation.
• Assemble project teams, delegate tasks to the most suitable personnel, and manage both labor and material resources.
• Forecast costs, allocate funds, and track ongoing expenses to prevent budget overruns.
• Identify potential bottlenecks, develop contingency plans, and troubleshoot obstacles that arise during execution.
• Mitigate risks to the project and leverage opportunities.
• Serve as the main point of contact, updating internal and external stakeholders on project progress while managing expectations.
• Ensure all final deliverables meet all company, operational, OSHA, HIPAA, and state dental board standards.
• Additional tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in project coordination, management, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related discipline.
• Experience specifically in multi-site operations.
• Exceptional organizational and leadership abilities, strong financial acumen, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Time management and multitasking skills. Ability to concurrently manage multiple projects.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with standard office software, especially Microsoft Excel (sorting, filtering, basic formulas), and other Microsoft products
• Travel is required.
• Hold a valid state driver's license.
• Pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within a Dental Support Organization (DSO), healthcare network, or construction is a plus.
• Experience with space planning, and strong grasp of architectural drawings
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) are highly valued.

Working Hours/ Location:

• Based out of: 1700 W Higgins Rd Des Plaines, IL 60018; Onsite
• When not traveling, work from our Headquarters (HQ).
• Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
• Typical hours are 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, with some flexibility based on business needs. Schedules may vary, such as 7:00 AM-3:00 PM or 9:00 AM-6:00 PM.
• Work-from-home opportunities may be available after 90 days, based on workload and business needs.

Benefits (Full-Time Employees):

• Company vehicle, iPass, and gas card (based on MVR approval)
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account & Dependent Care Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Insurance (MetLife MetLaw)
• Transit Reimbursement
• Free and discounted orthodontic treatment