Senior Project Manager, PMO

Senior ProjectManagerPMO

Do you want to be a part of something innovativerelevantandintellectually stimulatingthat has a meaningful impactCome join our MxD team as we strive to increase U.S. competitiveness in manufacturing.

AboutMxD

MxD (Manufacturing x Digital) advances economic prosperity and national security by strengthening U.S. manufacturing competitiveness through technology innovation workforce development and cybersecurity partnership with the Department of Defense we convene an ecosystem to solve critical manufacturing challenges by accelerating digital adoption empowering a skilled workforce and modernizing supply chains. MxD is also the National Center for Cybersecurity in Manufacturing as designated by DoD. Visit to learn more.

MxD is passionate about its people and committed to creating an environment where everyone is heard and work arrangements and unlimited paid time-off programs are just a few of the exceptional benefits MxD provides its embodies a strong fast-paced and dynamic working environment while also fostering curiosity and innovation.

Position Overview

MxDis seeking an experiencedSenior ProjectManagerto join ourProject Management Office (PMO)in a contract role for at least a1-yearassignment which is expected to start late August2026.MxDhas multiple ongoing researchand modernizationprojects in Industry 4.0 Supply Chain Digital Twins Future Factory Systems Integration and Cybersecurity. You will be part of the team responsible for developing and leadingresearchprojects to help Americas factories tackle grand challenges.

This role will simultaneously drive multiple initiatives from initiation through deploymentincludingsourcing planningand coordination across internaland externalteams.A successful candidate willbring strongproject management experiencetechnical engineering acumen and ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-pacedenvironment. This role reports to the Senior Director PMO.

PositionResponsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple end-to-end projects simultaneously from initiation through final delivery.

• In collaboration with the Project Team lead and develop project planning activities and develop documentation associated with project initiation including Requests for Proposals (RFPs) Statements of Work (SOWs) project schedules reporting requirements intellectual property documentation asset tracking and inventory management forms.

• Monitor and control project execution to ensure alignment withSoWand contractual obligations.

• Facilitate regular project team meetings capture and distribute key meeting outcomes communicate project status updates to diverse audiences and track deliverables against established milestones.

• Identify assess and proactively manage project risks constraints issues and ensuretimelyescalation throughtheestablished escalation path when needed.

• Manage project budgets and collaborate with Finance to reconcile actual expenditures against forecastmitigateand document budget variance and communicate forecast-impacting changesin a timely manner.

• Coordinate and partner with internal teams subcontractors and external stakeholders to ensure alignment accountability andtimelyexecution of project deliverables while effectively influencing without direct authority.

• Support the development of strategic project concept materials and executive-level summaries while contributing to the continuous improvement of PMO processes tools and workflows.

• Mentor Project Coordinators and Project Managers as needed to support professional growth and project success.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelors degree preferably in Engineering or another technical discipline or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.

• PMP or CAPM certification is strongly preferred.

• Minimum of four(4)years of project management experience leading complex high-value projectsstronglypreferred.

• Experience working in technical environments preferred including research engineering product development and familiarity with digital manufacturing technologies.

• Strong interpersonal presentation communication and negotiation skills combined with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Proven ability to effectivelyinterfaceand collaborate with all levels of an organization including executive leadership commercial partners and academic stakeholders.

• Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a highly dynamic collaborative environment.

• Experience with government-funded projects and contracting processes is desirable.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with familiarity using or other project management tools.

• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work effectively in a fast-paced evolving environment.

• Must be available to workonsitefor 1 to 3 days per week.

Salary Range: $97351 to $116821

How to Apply

Apply online at by clicking on the link to thepositionposting.

Work with Us

MxDis a results-oriented lean collaborative tech organization and 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We are hard-working mission-driven flexible and work with a sense of urgency. We hire tech-savvy committed self-starters who canthink outside the box and have a strong capacity to learn and adapt to the needs of the organization and role through both skill and grit. All-star employees excel without the help of administrative support anddontmind rolling up their sleeves and getting their hands dirty (figuratively!). Additionally people who love to solve problems no matter how big or small find they are a good fit forMxD.

Ourstate-of-the-artfacilitylocatedon Goose Island in Chicago (just north of downtown) features a manufacturing floor several infrastructure testbeds and a bustling open-office a collaborative space hosting many events for our partners and other prestigious organizations so being able to engage with staff and visitors in a professional helpful manner isa must.

MxDis a 10-minute walk from the North and Clybourn Red Line stop a 20-minute walk from the Division Blue Line stop and accessible by a variety of other public transit options; additionally we have free parking available for employees.

Flexible Work Policy

MxDrecognizes the importance of providing flexibility for employees to balance work responsibilities with personal obligations and feasibility of Flexible Work Arrangements is determined by specific roles and supervisors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity religion disability status economic circumstance gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor H1B visas currently.

Accommodations Statement

We recognize that individuals may requiredifferent typesofaccommodationsto perform their jobs effectively. We encourage candidates who need accessibilityassistanceor have specific needs to apply and reach out to us.

Accommodations Include:

Application Process: If you needassistancewith the application process due to a disability or other accessibility needs please contact our People & Culture department at To the extent possible we are happy to provide alternative formats for our application materials or support you through the process.

Interview Process:If yourequireany accommodations for the interview process such as assistive technology modified interview formats oradditionaltime please let us know in advance. We are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible interview experience.

Workplace Accommodations: Once employed employees can request reasonable accommodations to perform their job duties. This may include adjustments to workstations flexible scheduling or other modifications. Please contact the People & Culture department to discuss your needs. We strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you have any questions or need further assistance please do not hesitate to reach out.