Project Manager Jobs in Illinois
Project Manager jobs in Illinois are in strong demand across construction, healthcare, technology, and financial services, with openings at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior program director. Chicago leads hiring volume by a wide margin, with notable activity in Schaumburg and Peoria as well, and employers like Advocate Health Care, Motorola Solutions, and Caterpillar consistently seek project management talent across their Illinois operations. The most sought-after specialties right now are IT project management, construction project management, and healthcare operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Part Time AM and PM shifts
Reports to: Assisted Living Manager or Memory Care Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Scope: The CNA will provide compassionate care and support to residents in an assisted living environment, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, monitoring health status, and maintaining a supportive and respectful environment.
ABOUT US: Evolve Senior Living was founded on the premise of change. We believe the senior living industry needs to change to appropriately address the needs of tomorrow’s work force and residents. Evolve represents the notion of continuous improvement in our delivery of services for the elderly, providing a safe and dependable environment for our team members and commitment to leading the discussion on change within the senior living sector.
ABOUT YOU: A compassionate team member who seeks an opportunity to do what you love, while touching the lives of those people we have the honor to care for and serve. An entrepreneurial spirit who is excited and motivated by the prospect of change and continuously improving the services we provide.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supports the mission, core values and goals of the organization, upholding and promoting company culture and vision.
- Completes all hours of state mandated continuing education each year.
- Promotes and displays a spirit of teamwork in performance of daily duties through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.
- Supports a positive and professional image through actions and dress.
- Promotes the property in a positive manner and effectively communicates the organization’s values to residents, visitors, co-workers, and the community.
- Carries out daily plan of care including all aspects of basic daily living and personal care needs.
- Executes daily activities for residents as scheduled.
- Serves and assists residents with meals.
- Knows location of assigned residents within the community.
- Listens and responds to the needs of residents and staff members.
- Monitors residents’ general medical condition and reports changes to the appropriate nurse and manager.
- Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of residents.
- Maintains current and accurate records through use of computers and/or other documentation in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
- Attend all-employee and departmental meetings and in-service training as scheduled or as directed.
- Assist in maintaining a calm atmosphere.
- Report any unusual behavior of a resident to the Assisted Living Manager or Memory Care Manager.
- Learns, understands, and maintains residents’ rights.
- Follows established infection control and standard precaution policies, fire, and safety policies, and practices good body mechanics.
- Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: high school or equivalent.
- One (1) years’ experience in long-term care preferred.
- CNA certification required.
- CPR certified preferred.
- Must have a strong understanding of the English language, sufficient to speak, read and write.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Walk/Stand/Sitting – must be able to continuously perform duties that incorporate walking, standing, or sitting.
- Environment Condition – must be able to perform work both inside and outside.
- Lift - constantly 0 – 10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds.
- Carry - constantly 0 – 10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds.
- Push - constantly 0 – 10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds, occasionally 51 – 100 pounds.
- Climb – must be able to climb stairs on a frequent basis, with the opportunity to utilize the elevator as an alternate resource if available.
- Bend – must be able to bend at the waist, knees, hips and spine on a frequent basis, may require frequently manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
- Twist or rotate – must be able to twist or rotate occasionally at the trunk, hips, knees, and neck, manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
- Reach - may occasionally reach overhead, requiring manipulation of weight of 10 pounds or less, and below waist manipulating weight of 25 pounds or more.
- Sensory Vision – must be able to read clearly with or without corrective lenses.
- Hear - Must be able to hear telephone, audible alarms, bells, and signals related to resident safety with or without hearing devices.
- Speech/Language – must have strong command of English sufficient to read and write and interpret medical and administration information.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project manager jobs across Illinois.
- PMP certification or active pursuit of PMP credential through PMI strongly preferred
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field
- Three or more years managing project timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Experience with Agile, Scrum, or waterfall methodologies depending on employer industry
- Strong stakeholder communication skills and ability to present to senior leadership
Project Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project manager in Illinois?
Illinois does not require a state-issued license to work as a project manager, so the path centers on education and professional certification. Most employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field, and many require or strongly prefer the Project Management Professional certification issued by the Project Management Institute. Gaining experience through coordinator or analyst roles and building a record of delivered projects is the most direct route to full project manager positions in the state.
How much do project managers make in Illinois?
Project managers in Illinois earn a median of about $163,610 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $112,090 for the lowest 10% to over $231,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring project managers in Illinois right now include U.S. Bank, Riverside Healthcare, and NTT DATA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of large corporate headquarters, major health systems, and infrastructure contractors means demand is spread across multiple industries rather than dominated by a single sector.
Which Illinois cities have the most project manager jobs?
Chicago, Naperville, and Springfield have the most project manager openings in Illinois. Chicago accounts for the largest share by far given its density of corporate headquarters, hospital networks, and technology firms, while Schaumburg and Peoria add volume through their manufacturing, financial services, and healthcare employers that maintain substantial project management functions outside the city.
Are there remote project manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. Project management is well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements because much of the work involves coordination, documentation, and virtual communication rather than hands-on site presence. About 61% of project manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. IT and software project manager roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while construction and facilities project managers are more commonly required on site.
How can I get hired as a project manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a project coordinator or project analyst role, which large Illinois employers across healthcare, construction, and technology regularly hire without requiring prior project manager experience. Advocate Health Care, Caterpillar, and major Chicago-area construction firms often post coordinator roles specifically designed as development positions. Earning the Certified Associate in Project Management credential through the Project Management Institute signals commitment to the field and gives candidates an edge over other entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to project manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to project manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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