Project Manager- EEDI (Education & Leadership Development)

Project Manager – EEDI (Education & Leadership Development)
Location: North Chicago, IL
Schedule: Monday – Friday, Core Business Hours
Work Model: Hybrid (Onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Contract Length: 6 months (potential extension)
Rate: $44-$48/hr based on benefits


 
Orion Group is seeking a Project Manager to support our pharmaceutical client’s Equity, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EEDI) Education & Leadership Development team.
This role will be responsible for managing project plans, coordinating learning initiatives, and supporting the development of communication materials that drive organizational effectiveness.
This is a highly collaborative role working across global, cross-functional teams and external vendors to support key EEDI initiatives, leadership programs, and employee development efforts.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project plans to ensure delivery of initiatives on time and within budget
• Coordinate and support learning programs, leadership development initiatives, and internal events
• Develop and manage project timelines, schedules, and deliverables
• Create and maintain presentations, communication materials, and project documentation
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align on project goals, timelines, and execution strategies
• Support vendor coordination and management for learning programs and events
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and proactively implement solutions
• Ensure timely and effective communication across teams and stakeholders
• Manage and maintain project files, documentation, and knowledge resources
• Provide regular updates on project status, milestones, and budget tracking

 
Qualifications
Required:

• Minimum of 2+ years of project management experience
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and SharePoint
• Demonstrated experience managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, global, and matrixed environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders

Preferred:

• Experience supporting learning & development (L&D), training, or leadership programs
• Exposure to EEDI (Equity, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion) initiatives
• Experience coordinating events, workshops, or educational programs

 
What We’re Looking For

• Highly organized and detail-oriented project manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communicator who can effectively engage stakeholders at all levels
• Proactive problem-solver who anticipates risks and drives solutions
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Collaborative team player with a passion for supporting impactful organizational initiatives

 
Additional Details

• This position is a backfill for a recently promoted team member, with potential for knowledge transfer and transition support
• Candidates must be comfortable working onsite 3 days per week (Tue–Thu)
• The interview process consists of one virtual interview with the hiring manager

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Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.