Job Description

Location: Hybrid – Chicago, IL (3+ days per week)Engagement Type: Full-time

Trissential is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our client’s team. The Senior Project Manager will lead a comprehensive asset management and work management upgrade to optimize operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing project teams, managing timelines, and ensuring project deliverables meet stakeholder expectations. This role is based near Chicago, IL and is a hybrid role requiring work onsite during the week.

What’s in It for You?

• Strategic Ownership – Lead a critical transformation initiative with real business impact
• Executive Visibility – Partner closely with stakeholders and leadership teams
• Complex, Meaningful Work – Drive enterprise‑level asset and work management modernization
• Hybrid Flexibility – Balance onsite collaboration with flexibility during the week
• Supportive Consulting Culture – Join a team that values service, accountability, and people‑first delivery

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Define and manage project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and quality standards
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans covering schedule, scope, cost, risk, resources, and quality
• Lead, motivate, and coordinate cross‑functional project teams and vendors
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear and consistent communication
• Track and report on project progress, milestones, and financials
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, governance, and standards
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and best practices
• Oversee financial tracking, reconciliation, and budget adherence throughout the project lifecycle

Skills & Experience You Should Possess

• Strong senior‑level project management experience delivering complex initiatives
• Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality simultaneously
• Experience leading large, diverse, cross‑functional teams
• Excellent stakeholder communication and relationship‑management skills
• Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with work management and asset management platforms
• Background in enterprise system upgrades or modernization initiatives
• Familiarity with regulatory or industry compliance requirements
• Strong financial management and reconciliation experience on large projects

Education & Certifications You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field
• Project Management certifications (PMP, PgMP, or equivalent) are a plus

What We Offer

At Trissential, we believe great delivery starts with valuing our people. When you join our client’s team, you gain access to meaningful work, supportive leadership, and flexibility in how you’re compensated.

• Competitive Compensation – You choose the model that works best for you, both with company‑sponsored benefits! $133,000–$143,000 annually or $79–$89 per hour. Final compensation is determined based on skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market‑based rates by geography.
• Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Medical, dental, vision, free tele‑health, HSA with company contribution, life and disability insurance, and 401k with matching
• Paid Time Off – Both compensation models offer paid time away from work
• Hybrid Work Model – Onsite collaboration with flexibility during the week
• Career Growth & Stability – Partner with a consulting organization that invests in long‑term success
• People‑First Culture – Employees are valued, supported, and cared for

Ready to lead a transformation that matters?

If you’re excited to bring your expertise to a high‑impact initiative and work with a team that truly values your contribution, apply today and take the next step in your Senior Project Manager career with Trissential.