Senior Project Manager

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Chicago, IL
In-Office
93K-154K Annually
Logistics • Transportation • 3PL: Third Party Logistics
The Role
 

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale, complex, and high-impact projects. This role requires exceptional organization, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills. You’ll work closely with a broad stakeholder network—internally and externally—to align goals, gather insights, and deliver innovative solutions. Success in this position requires a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage competing priorities, and drive results.

 

At C.H. Robinson, we value in-person collaboration to foster innovation and success. In this hybrid role, you’ll work on-site four days a week, with one remote day, balancing teamwork and autonomy.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position consists of, but are not limited to, the following:

·       Lead and manage large-scale, complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with high quality.

·       Develop and maintain all project documentation, including charters, timelines, resource plans, business cases, and process flows.

·       Communicate project status, risks, and updates effectively across all levels; facilitate meetings and escalate issues as needed.

·       Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related activities, ensuring stakeholder alignment and satisfaction.

·       Lead cross-functional teams through change management initiatives, often without direct authority.

·       Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and buy-in.

·       Identify and address project challenges proactively; leverage critical thinking to design and implement effective solutions.

·       Track and report project financials, including budget versus actuals for resources and billing.

·       Transfer knowledge to internal teams and provide post-project support as necessary.

·       Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by recommending enhancements to tools, processes, and project delivery models.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

·       Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

·       Minimum of 4 years of project management experience managing multiple, concurrent projects

·       Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends or late hours

·       Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally

Preferred:

·       PMP certification

·       Experience in supply chain, logistics, or transportation sectors

·       Strong verbal and written communication and facilitation skills

·       Ability to organize, design, develop and deliver projects for internal and external audiences at all levels

·       Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration

·       Familiarity with lean tools and continuous improvement environments

·       Experience managing ambiguity and delivering with minimal oversight

·       Comfortable working directly with customers

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

 

 

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range

$92,700.00 - $154,400.00

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location.  Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

EOE//Disabled/Veteran 

Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

  • Two medical plans (including a High Deductible Health Plan)

  • Prescription drug coverage

  • Enhanced Fertility benefits

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)

  • Dental and Vision

  • Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

  • Paid and floating holidays

  • Paid time off (PTO)

  • Paid parental leave

  • Paid time off to volunteer in your community

  • Charitable Giving Match Program

  • 401(k) with 6% company matching

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Dig in to our full list of benefits on OUR CULTURE page.

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
17,478 Employees
Year Founded: 1905

What We Do

C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With nearly $21 billion in freight under management and 19 million shipments annually, we are one of the world’s largest logistics platforms. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world’s economy. With the combination of our multi-modal transportation management system and expertise, we use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for our more than 105,000 customers and 73,000 contract carriers. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers’ businesses. As a responsible global citizen, we are also proud to contribute millions of dollars to support causes that matter to our company, our Foundation and our employees.

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