Project Specialist Jobs in Illinois

Project Specialist jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, North Chicago, and Rolling Meadows and other Illinois metros, with employers like Gallagher, AbbVie, and Constellation Energy hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles123+
Top employerGallagher
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring42
Work type70% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Constellation Energy
Training Project Specialist
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Training Project Specialist
Constellation Energy
Clinton, Illinois
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Project & Program Management
Learning & Development
Corporate Training
$102k - $154k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Convergint
Fire Alarm Project Specialist 2
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Convergint
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Fire Alarm Project Specialist 2
Convergint
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Technical Product & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Project & Program Management
Technical Program Management
Customer Service
Project Management
$25 - $36/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Head Start Project Specialist/Teacher
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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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Head Start Project Specialist/Teacher
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
East Saint Louis, Illinois
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
Curriculum Design
$3,099 - $4,571/mo
On-Site
Bachelor's
11-50

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Tower Communications Expert, LLC
Microwave Transmission Project Specialist
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Tower Communications Expert, LLC
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Microwave Transmission Project Specialist
Tower Communications Expert, LLC
Willowbrook, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
None

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Tower Communications Expert, LLC
Microwave Transmission Project Specialist
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Tower Communications Expert, LLC
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Microwave Transmission Project Specialist
Tower Communications Expert, LLC
Willowbrook, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Hybrid
None

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Project Specialist Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
55 jobs
North Chicago
7 jobs
Rolling Meadows
7 jobs
Batavia
3 jobs
Rosemont
3 jobs
Bannockburn
2 jobs
Belvidere
2 jobs
Clinton
2 jobs
Lisle
2 jobs

Project Specialist Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • Gallagher
    Gallagher7
  • AbbVie
    AbbVie6
  • Constellation Energy
    Constellation Energy5
  • Arcadis
    Arcadis3
  • Honeywell
    Honeywell3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services20
  • Technology & Software18
  • Construction & Real Estate11
  • Energy9
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals8

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, communications, or a related field
  • Experience coordinating project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder updates
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
  • Familiarity with project documentation, status reporting, and budget tracking
  • PMP certification or enrollment in a recognized project management credential program

Project Specialist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many project specialist jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 123+ project specialist openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, North Chicago, and Rolling Meadows. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do project specialists make in Illinois?

Project specialists 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 specialist jobs?

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

Which companies hire project specialists in Illinois?

Employers hiring project specialists in Illinois include Gallagher, AbbVie, and Constellation Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote project specialist jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 30% of project specialist 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 specialist jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to project specialist 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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