Project Manager

  • Whiting Corporation
  • Crete, Illinois
  • Full Time

Project Manager

The project manager is the individual responsible for planning & executing the projects within established parameters. The individual leads and influences the project team, with authority and responsibility from leadership, to run the project on a day-to-day basis from inception to customer acceptance.

The project manager, operating within agreed reporting structures, is responsible for:

Applying appropriate project management methods to ensure timely execution of project deliverables while meeting or exceeding internal profitability metrics

Motivating internal stakeholders toward execution of project as defined Managing project risks, including the development of contingency plans

Monitoring overall progress and use of resources, initiating corrective action where necessary

Applying change control processes as applicable Reporting on projects progress and end-stage assessments

Maintaining an awareness of potential interdependencies with other projects and their impact Applying appropriate technical and quality strategies and standards

Identifying and obtaining support and advice required for the management, planning and control of the project

Conducting regular project evaluation reviews to assess how well the project was managed and improve overall procedures for future projects

Clearly communicating project needs and updates to both internal and external customers

Reports to: Vice-President Corporate Development / Ownership

Job Requirements:

5+ years of previous Project Management experience

Engineering or Technical Degrees are preferred, but applicants demonstrating equivalent work experience will be considered

Electrical or mechanical aptitude is desired

Strong communicator, both verbally and written, will interface with customers and vendors on a routine basis

Ability to understand technical specifications and contract documents (RFQ, PO, T&Cs) with experience identifying clarification and exception responses

Experience preparing cost estimates and proposals a plus

Pay Range: $105,000 - $135,000 per year based on experience, education, skills and qualifications.

Benefits:
401K
401K Matching
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Working Arrangement

We are committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status

Job ID: 509038231
Originally Posted on: 2/5/2026

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