Our client, a leader in project management and business solutions, is seeking a Project Manager II to join their team. As a Project Manager II, you will be part of the project management department supporting various business initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and excellent communication abilities which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Project Manager II **Location:** Waukegan, IL **Pay Range:** $80-$85/hr on w2 **What's the Job?** + Lead large project delivery or functional areas within overall programs, ensuring performance and outcomes. + Initiate and maintain schedules for projects and program milestones, establishing priorities for project teams. + Direct project execution by assigning tasks, tracking schedules, identifying risks, and developing contingency plans. + Provide project management consultation and mentorship through various project phases and deliverables. + Resolve project issues by collaborating with business relationship managers, customers, and partners. **What's Needed?** + At least 10-12 years of experience in project management, software development, or deployment. + Experience navigating large organizations and understanding complex stakeholder relationships. + Strong leadership skills with a passion for translating findings into strategic recommendations. + Proven ability to design and optimize processes effectively. + Demonstrated ability to assess customer/client needs and creatively approach solutions. **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to lead and manage mission-critical projects. + Collaborative work environment with diverse teams. + Professional growth and development in project management. + Engagement in strategic planning and execution. + Chance to make a significant impact on business outcomes. If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.