Sr. Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Software Implementation (Hybrid)

Location: Downtown Chicago (Onsite 2 days per week)

Contract Duration: Through November (with potential for extension)

Our client, a well-known leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to lead a critical software implementation project. This is a high-impact, contract position requiring a seasoned professional who can confidently navigate complex initiatives and communicate effectively across technical and business teams.
This is a hybrid role, requiring onsite presence in downtown Chicago two days per week, and occasional travel to plant locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end execution of enterprise software implementation projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.


• Manage project lifecycle activities using both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.


• Develop, track, and maintain project budgets, timelines, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies.


• Serve as a central point of coordination between technical teams and business stakeholders, facilitating strong communication and strategic alignment.


• Prepare and deliver clear, actionable executive-level updates and presentations.


• Ensure proper project governance, stakeholder engagement, and change management throughout the project.


• Travel to manufacturing plants or distributed sites for key project events or coordination efforts.

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience managing software implementation projects in complex environments.


• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to collaborate closely with IT teams.


• Proficiency in both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.


• Experience in developing and managing budgets for large-scale projects.


• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated executive presence.


• Proven ability to translate between business and technical audiences.


• Active PMP certification is required.


• Must be able to work onsite in downtown Chicago two days per week.


• Willingness to travel to manufacturing or operational sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing projects in manufacturing environments, including plants, warehouses, or multi-site operations.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading organization and make an immediate impact on a business-critical initiative. If you are a results-driven project leader with the experience and presence to lead across functions, we encourage you to apply.

Emily Burkhardt
Sr Project Manager
LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided.

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