Project Manager

Aon; North Carolina; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Manager to lead initiatives within the Project Management Office. This virtual role requires strategic thinking, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to coordinate teams. With a competitive total rewards package and opportunities for growth, this is an exciting chance to influence innovation and efficiency.

Benefits

401(k) savings plan with employer contributions

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off including 12 paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Global Wellbeing Days

Qualifications

• 8-10 years project management experience required
• Experience with software methodology development processes
• PMP certification or working towards certification within 12 months

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the project across its lifecycle
• Assemble project team and assign responsibilities
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and meet project deliverables

Skills

Project budgeting/costing expertise

Effective communication

Presentation skills

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PMP Certification

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

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Are you a strategic thinker and problem solver with a calling to make a difference? We are seeking a Project Manager with a commitment to excellence and a knack for turning challenges into opportunities. Join our Project Management Office as a Project Manager, where you'll lead initiatives that drive innovation and efficiency.

This is a virtual role with the ability to work remotely anywhere in the Continental United States.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What The Day Will Look Like

• The Project Manager is responsible for all aspects of the project over the entire life (initiate, plan, implement, control, close) of the project. Must be familiar with system scope and project objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member, to effectively coordinate the activities of the team.
• The PM is also responsible for assembling the project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing the schedule and risk management plan to ensure timely completion of the project. May connect with a Senior Project Manager, Functional Area Manager, or Program Manager regarding project status.
• In addition, the PM takes projects from original concept through final implementation. Collaborate with all areas affected by the project including end users, distributors, and vendors. Ensures adherence to quality standards and review project deliverables.
  
  

How This Opportunity Is Different

A competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

Skills And Experience That Will Lead To Success

• 8-10 years project management experience
• Experience communicating effectively with high levels of management and direct client contact
• Experience with software methodology development processes
• Ability to build presentations and write business cases for senior leadership
• Ability to work under tight deadlines handling multiple key business priorities
• Project budgeting/costing expertise
• Proficiency with MS Office
• Proficient in MS Project or other PM tools
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience managing large, sophisticated initiatives across a multi-functional team
• Experience establishing project metrics, Key Performance Indicators, and measuring project results
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience required. Advanced degree desired but not required
• PMP Certification or working toward certification within 12 months
  
  

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $90,000 - $120,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

How We Support Our Colleagues

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email [e-mail]

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  General Business, Analyst, and Customer Service

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