Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Director of Project Management will lead the delivery of a high-profile, multi-billion dollar project in Chicago, overseeing a long-term, complex infrastructure development.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing all project phases, maintaining senior client relationships, mitigating risks, and ensuring quality and budget adherence.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $190,000 to $220,000; no additional benefits are specified.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have proven leadership in complex, high-value infrastructure or development projects, strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management skills, and preferably a PMP certification.
Company information
Fortiva is a recruiting firm partnering with a global owner's representative firm to fill this position.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Chicago, IL.
Application process
Applicants are instructed to send their resume via the platform or email jon@fortiva.co.uk to schedule an introductory call.
Unique job features
The position involves managing a multi-billion dollar, decade-long project with elements of hospitality, parking structures, and MEP buildings, offering a unique leadership opportunity.
Company overview
Fortiva is a financial services company specializing in providing credit solutions to consumers with less-than-perfect credit histories. It operates under the umbrella of Atlanticus Holdings Corporation and offers products such as credit cards, personal loans, and retail financing. Fortiva generates revenue through interest rates, fees, and partnerships with retailers to provide point-of-sale financing options. Established to address the needs of underserved credit markets, it leverages advanced analytics and technology to assess creditworthiness. Candidates should note its focus on inclusivity and innovation in financial services.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your leadership experience managing complex, high-value infrastructure or development projects, emphasizing your ability to deliver on time and within budget.
Emphasize your skills in cross-functional team leadership, stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, and project lifecycle management, as these are central to the Director of Project Management role at Fortiva.
Apply through multiple channels including Fortiva's corporate site, LinkedIn job postings, and directly via the provided email jon@fortiva.co.uk to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current Fortiva employees in project management or related divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by commenting on recent company projects or asking about team culture and challenges in managing multi-billion dollar infrastructure projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by integrating keywords from the job description such as 'project lifecycle', 'stakeholder management', 'risk mitigation', 'PMP certification', and 'commercial acumen' to improve screening success.
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