Project Management Specialist Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Project Management Specialist make in Chicago, IL? The average Project Management Specialist salary in Chicago, IL is $144,468 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $130,342 and $162,178. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources - Davis , CA

Associate Director (Facilities Project Mgmt Specialist 4) Davis, CA, Job ID 65293 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources County Location : Yolo County Location : UC ANR - Davis ...

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Data Management Specialist

University of Hawaii Foundation - Honolulu , HI

Data Management Specialist Department: Advancement Services FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt Starting ... Strong attention to detail: the ability to outline a project and dive deep into the details to ...

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Device Management Specialist

SEIU 775 Benefits Group - Seattle , WA

Reporting to the Manager of Learning Operations, the Device Management Specialist will perform ... Track projects, and provide visibility to cost, schedule, and performance. Identify process and ...

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Project Manager (Exterior Specialist)

Boss Exteriors Inc. - Canby , OR

Boss Exteriors is seeking a skilled and motivated Project Manager (Exterior Specialist) to join our ... project management in the construction or exterior industry - Extensive knowledge of exterior ...

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Senior Change Management Specialist

Blue Water Thinking - Washington , DC

Blue Water Thinking is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Change Management Specialist to ... Strong leadership and project management skills. * Exceptional communication and interpersonal ...

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Reputation Management Specialist

Pets Global - Valencia , CA

Under the direction of the Sr. Project Manager, the Reputation Management Specialist is responsible for building, maintaining, and managing a positive online presence and reputation of Pets Global ...

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What does a Project Management Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of a Project Management Specialist

Manages the development and implementation process of a company's products and services involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing products.

January 20, 2023

Leads others and directs all phases of assigned cross-organizational or business unit projects demonstrating proficiency in all project management areas in accordance with accepted project management standards in the industry .

March 28, 2023

Provide project management support to the software development team, including conducting regular staff calls, complete with production of an agenda, facilitating the meeting and developing meeting minutes.

April 12, 2023

Reviewing project plans and status reports and providing proper feedback and recommendations including corrective actions, if needed.

April 13, 2023

Assist leadership with associated administrative processes to ensure cohesiveness across departmental functions and delegated entities.

April 18, 2023

Creates and maintains submission plans (table of contents, timeline and responsibility matrix), and facilitates the resolution of timeline issues with regulatory and cross-functional team members.

May 07, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Project Management Specialist in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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130342

162178

144468

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

137165

176390

153257

What is the average salary for Project Management Specialist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Project Management Specialist in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Project Management Specialist ranges from $130,342 to $162,178 with the average base salary of $144,468. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $137,165 to $176,390 with the average total cash compensation of $153,257.

View Average Salary for Project Management Specialist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$144,468	$130,342 - $162,178
Bonus	$8,790	$6,823 - $14,211
Total Pay	$153,257	$137,165 - $176,390

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Project Management Specialist Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $131,075 - $163,090	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $131,075 - $163,090	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $130,926 - $162,905	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $131,026 - $163,029	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $131,026 - $163,029	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $128,092 - $159,378	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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