Project Leader Jobs in Illinois

Project Leader jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, North Chicago, and Springfield and other Illinois metros, with employers like Lochmueller, Fitch Ratings, and Gallagher hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles97+
Top employerLochmueller
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring31
Work type71% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Meijer
Grocery Team Leader
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Meijer
New 2h ago
Grocery Team Leader
Meijer
Normal, Illinois
Customer Service & Support
Human Resources
Sales
Project & Program Management
$18 - $27/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Meijer
General Merchandise Team Leader
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Meijer
New 2h ago
General Merchandise Team Leader
Meijer
Normal, Illinois
Customer Service & Support
Human Resources
Sales
Project & Program Management
$18 - $27/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Capgemini
Senior Service Delivery leader
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Capgemini
New 11h ago
Senior Service Delivery leader
Capgemini
Chicago, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Business Operations
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$82k - $193k/yr
Hybrid
None
10,000+

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Wabtec
Senior Electrical Commodity Leader
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Wabtec
Added 3d ago
Senior Electrical Commodity Leader
Wabtec
Chicago, Illinois
Procurement & Supply Chain
Project & Program Management
Procurement & Purchasing
Supply Chain
Project Management
$105k - $149k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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USI Insurance Services
Property and Casualty Practice Leader
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USI Insurance Services
Added 4d ago
Property and Casualty Practice Leader
USI Insurance Services
Chicago, Illinois
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Customer Success
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Business Development
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$210k - $275k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Project Leader Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
48 jobs
North Chicago
4 jobs
Springfield
4 jobs
Peoria
3 jobs
Rolling Meadows
3 jobs
Rosemont
3 jobs
Aurora
2 jobs
Champaign
2 jobs
Edwardsville
2 jobs

Project Leader Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Lochmueller
    Lochmueller7
  • Fitch Ratings
    Fitch Ratings3
  • Gallagher
    Gallagher3
  • HR Green
    HR Green3
  • Stantec
    Stantec3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services27
  • Technology & Software9
  • Retail8
  • Healthcare & Medical Services7
  • Insurance7

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project leader jobs across Illinois.

  • 3-7 years of project management experience leading cross-functional teams
  • PMP certification or equivalent credential such as CAPM or PRINCE2
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project
  • Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information technology, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience managing project budgets and resource allocation
  • Strong stakeholder communication and executive reporting skills

Project Leader Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many project leader jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 97+ project leader openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, North Chicago, and Springfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do project leaders make in Illinois?

Project leaders in Illinois earn a median of about $103,470 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,300 for the lowest 10% to over $163,910 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most project leader jobs?

Chicago, North Chicago, and Springfield have the most project leader openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire project leaders in Illinois?

Employers hiring project leaders in Illinois include Lochmueller, Fitch Ratings, and Gallagher, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote project leader jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 29% of project leader openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for project leader jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to project leader jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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