Senior Manager - Project Management

Wesco; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesco seeks a Senior Manager Project Management to lead large-scale programs with significant budgets and complexity. You will define the team roadmap, align resources, and ensure milestones and budgets are met while managing internal and external teams.

You will have full authority on personnel actions and influence process governance. Responsibilities include directing project development end-to-end, delivering executive-ready reports, and developing staff in continuous improvement methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field.
• PMP certification preferred.
• 10 years of experience in business and project management principles for large-scale projects.
• 5 years of proven management experience leading and developing a team.
• Ability to build relationships across functions and manage change.
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies.
• Travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Drive large-scale initiatives with high complexity and risk.
• Direct and manage project development from initiation to close.
• Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective action.
• Collaborate with leaders to define scope, goals and deliverables.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, requirements, and executive presentations.
• Draft and manage budgets and resource plans.
• Prioritize new demand intake and propose governance.
• Develop employees in continuous improvement tools.
• Align activities with safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Travel 0-25%.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Agile methodologies

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Team development

Process improvement

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Job Description

As a Senior Manager Project Management, you will drive large-scale initiatives in both size and budget with high complexity and both financial and organizational risk. You will have responsibility to define the team roadmap and align team resources and priorities towards meeting organizational and department objectives while ensuring project/department milestones and goals are met and adhere to approved budgets. You will oversee and manage internal and external resources, both directly and indirectly. You will have full authority for personnel actions and extensive knowledge of department processes.

Responsibilities

• Drive large-scale initiatives in both size and budget with high complexity with both financial and organizational risk.


• Direct and manage project development from beginning to end. Set and manage project expectations with team members and project stakeholders.


• Perform root cause analysis on gaps, identify waste, and partner with leadership to drive sustainable corrective action.


• Collaborate with organizational leaders to align with strategy and objectives and to define project scope, goals and deliverables. Liaise with project stakeholders on an on-going basis.


• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations including executive level presentations, communications and reporting.


• Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes.


• Assess and prioritize new demand intake.


• Recommend and standardize new project management processes and governance.


• Manage changes in project scope, identify potential concerns, and devise contingency plans.


• Estimate resources and participants needed to achieve project goals. Determine and assess the need for additional staff or consultants and make appropriate staffing adjustments during project cycle. Negotiate with other department managers for acquisition of required personnel.


• Develop employees to be self-sufficient in continuous improvement tools.


• Function as leader for continuous improvement events.


• Align activities with corporate goals around safety, quality, delivery and cost.


• Drive a strategic mindset to envision future and translate to tangible plans.


• Develop and enable process improvements and standards of excellence.


• Enable innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree – Business or related degree required.


• PMP Certification preferred


• 10 years of experience in business and project management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods in a large-scale project management capacity.


• 5 years of proven management experience leading and developing a team of resources.


• Ability to build and lead strong business relationships with other functional areas to best support mutual objectives.


• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze workflow and processes to provide excellent service to internal and external customers.


• Strong understanding of project management techniques and Agile methodologies.


• Understanding of business and IT processes.


• Ability to overcome difficult situations and conflicts.


• Ability to apply professional principles and business judgement to solve problems.


• Ability to influence outcomes and broad processes beyond individual function.


• Ability to spot key risks upfront and mitigate.


• Ability to bring quick focus to key issues and priorities.


• Ability to travel 0-25%

Compensation Details

$134,561 - $185,021 Annually

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan,subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers abenefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.

About the Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Learn more about Working at Wesco here

Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.

Locations

2301 Patriot Boulevard, Glenview, IL, 60026, US (Hybrid)

Job Schedule

Full time