Project Manager (PMP)
Location: Chicago, IL
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Management
Job Description Apply Now
The role of Project Manager (PMP) is a pivotal position for professionals experienced in leading enterprise-level initiatives, particularly within the realm of Learning Management System (LMS) migrations and technology portfolio management. This contract-based opportunity is ideal for candidates who excel at orchestrating complex projects across multiple departments and stakeholders, with a strong focus on delivering results within a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. As a Project Manager (PMP), you will play an instrumental role in ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of high-impact projects that support the ongoing evolution of talent technologies.
Working remotely, this Project Manager (PMP) position requires a deep understanding of project management methodologies, exceptional communication skills, and the capability to collaborate with diverse functional teams including HR, IT, finance, and business leadership. You will be responsible for driving key initiatives, such as enterprise LMS migrations to platforms like Workday Learning, managing critical incident communications, developing cost-benefit analyses, and ensuring stakeholder alignment through executive-level presentations and strategic planning.
The Project Manager (PMP) will be an integral part of the Talent Technology team, contributing to the broader organizational mission of optimizing talent development and technology solutions. This position offers the unique opportunity to work alongside cross-functional leaders, influence future-state platform decisions, and support continuous improvement in learning and development infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of six years of project management experience, with a proven track record in large enterprise or professional services environments, and at least four years of experience supporting Workday LMS initiatives.
As a valued member of the team, you will coordinate the assignment of responsibilities, develop comprehensive project plans, and ensure timely delivery of technology solutions. Your expertise in project presentation, stakeholder management, and cross-team leadership will be essential in driving project success from inception to completion. Candidates who hold a PMP certification and possess experience with platforms like Cornerstone will be highly regarded.
This Project Manager (PMP) role offers a dynamic and challenging work environment that fosters professional growth and provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on talent technology initiatives. If you are ready to take the next step in your project management career and contribute to innovative learning solutions, we encourage you to apply by clicking the job application button today.
Project Manager (PMP) - Summary- Lead and manage enterprise-level projects, with a primary focus on LMS migration and technology initiatives.
- Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams across HR, IT, finance, and business operations.
- Drive project delivery, communication, and stakeholder alignment within a fast-paced organization.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute assigned projects within the Talent Technology portfolio.
- Support and manage LMS migration initiatives, including transition to platforms such as Workday Learning.
- Lead communications for critical production incidents, ensuring timely updates and resolution with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Develop and present comprehensive cost-benefit analyses for project initiatives, collaborating with finance and functional teams.
- Create executive-level kickoff materials and presentations to align stakeholders and set strategic direction.
- Work across multiple teams to assess complex learning environments and inform future-state technology decisions.
- Coordinate project assignments, deliverables, and timelines to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Facilitate project presentations and status updates to key stakeholders and leadership.
- Competitive hourly rate aligned with experience and market standards for contract roles.
- Remote work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
- Opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading professionals and impact enterprise-level technology initiatives.
- Minimum 6 years of project management experience, with a focus on large enterprise or professional services environments.
- At least 4 years of experience supporting Workday LMS initiatives.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.
- Demonstrated experience presenting project updates and strategies to key stakeholders.
- Strong leadership skills with experience working across diverse teams and departments.
- PMP certification preferred.
- Experience with Cornerstone LMS platforms is a plus.
- Experienced project manager adept at leading enterprise technology initiatives and LMS migrations.
- Effective communicator capable of coordinating cross-functional teams and managing critical incident responses.
- Analytical thinker with experience in cost-benefit analysis and executive-level stakeholder presentations.
- Certification in project management (PMP) and familiarity with leading learning management systems.
- This Project Manager (PMP) position is a contract-based opportunity with significant potential for professional growth and impact.
- Remote work enables collaboration with teams located in various regions, providing a diverse and dynamic work experience.
- The organization is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are ready to leverage your experience and make a significant impact as a Project Manager (PMP), apply now by clicking the application button and joining a team dedicated to advancing talent technology solutions.