About this opportunity
Messina Group Consulting Solutions lists this Senior Project Manager | Managing Consultant opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Messina Group is a leading management consulting firm specializing in strategic advisory, digital transformation, and data-driven solutions. We partner with middle-market companies and private equity-backed portfolio organizations to deliver measurable business outcomes through expert program management, enterprise technology implementations, and advanced analytics capabilities.
Position Overview
We are seeking exceptional Senior Consultant and Manager-level Project Managers to lead complex, high-impact client engagements across our ERP implementation, enterprise data analytics (EDA), and business intelligence (BI) practices. This role demands a versatile professional who can seamlessly navigate both agile and waterfall methodologies while providing strategic PMO advisory services. The ideal candidate combines deep technical project delivery expertise with the consulting acumen to drive organizational changes and build lasting client relationships.
Key Client Delivery Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end delivery of complex ERP implementations from selection strategy through post-go-live stabilization
Direct enterprise data analytics and BI projects including data warehouse development, analytics platform implementations, and self-service reporting solutions
Develop comprehensive project plans, resource models, and governance frameworks tailored to client environments and delivery methodologies
Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance to ensure profitability and scope adherence
Identify and mitigate risks proactively while managing dependencies across multiple workstreams
Deliver executive-level status reporting with actionable insights and strategic recommendations
Transformation Management Office Advisory Services
Design and implement PMO/CMO frameworks, governance structures, and standardized delivery methodologies for client organizations
Coach and mentor company and client teams on project management best practices, including both waterfall and agile methodologies
Establish program-level metrics, dashboards, and KPI frameworks for portfolio visibility and decision-making
Lead change management initiatives to drive adoption of new project management practices and tools
Facilitate executive workshops on program governance, portfolio optimization, and delivery excellence
Position Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, information technology, computer science, engineering, or related field
Project Management (PMP, PgMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe certification, or related experience is a plus
Additional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, ITIL, or technology-specific credentials (e.g., ERP certifications) are a plus
Ability to travel as needed
Professional Experience
Minimum 5-7 years of project management experience, with at least 3+ years in consulting or client-facing delivery roles
Hands‑on ERP implementation experience across all project lifecycles
Hands‑on experience with enterprise data analytics projects, including data warehouse development, ETL/ELT processes, analytics platform implementations, or modern data stack deployments
Experience with project management tools, including but not limited to MS Project, Jira, Monday.com, Smartsheet, or similar platforms
Position Benefits
Base salary and bonus potential
Full benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
Generous PTO
401(k)
Challenging and diverse project opportunities
Collaborative and innovative work environment
Compensation Range
$110,000.00 – $150,000.00 Annually
The offer will be determined by a variety of factors such as the candidate’s individual skills, qualifications, and experience relative to the requirements of the role.
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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