Project Management Manager

Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 5 : 00 AM

Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.

Our Story

Founded in 2008, Hightower is a wealth management firm that provides investment, financial and retirement planning services to individuals, foundations and family offices, as well as 401(k) consulting and cash management services to corporations.

Hightower’s capital solutions, operational support services, size and scale empower its vibrant community of independent-minded wealth advisors to grow their businesses and help their clients achieve their vision of well-th.

rebalanced. Based in Chicago with advisors across the U.S., we operate as a registered investment advisor (RIA).

Your Future Team

The Manager, Project Management Office will oversee the delivery and execution of various cross-functional corporate projects within the Project Management Office (PMO).

Reporting to the Director, Project Management Office, this role is essential in ensuring seamless alignment and execution of project components.

The ideal candidate will have strong critical thinking skills, project management experience, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with overall project goals.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of project deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and address any issues or risks that arise.
• Provide regular updates and reports on project status to the Executive Director and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with project management standards and best practices.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
• Conduct project reviews and post-implementation evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
• Support the overall PMO in achieving project objectives and delivering value to the organization.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in managing projects or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of project execution methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management and integration software and tools.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification is preferred, but not necessary.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively.

What We Offer

• Coverage on the first day of employment for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave (16 weeks for primary caregiver and 8 weeks for secondary caregiver)
• Mother’s lounge onsite
• Flexible PTO plan
• Free brand-new gym in the Chicago office
• 401k matching plan
• HSA employer contributions
• Student loan assistance

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER : Hightower is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related), gender identity or expression, genetic information including sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local law.

You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident or possess other unrestricted U.S. work authorization and will not require sponsorship for U.

S. work authorization now or anytime in the future.

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