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Project Manager, Manager

7 days ago by McDonald's Corporation
  • Salary negotiable
  • Chicago, IL, US
  • Full-time
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Manage cross-functional, complex technology projects within McDonald’s Global Cyber Security PMO, driving plans, roadmaps, execution, and stakeholder alignment using Agile and Waterfall methods. McDonald’s is a leading global omni-channel restaurant brand, and this role supports its Accelerating the Arches strategy with a focus on Delivery, Digital, and Drive Thru. Standout perk: bonus eligibility plus comprehensive health benefits and flexible ways of working/time off policies.

Key skills
Project management (3+ years)Agile methodologyWaterfall methodologyProject budgeting/costingStakeholder management and executive communicationRisk, assumptions, and constraints documentationSDLC process standardizationPMO artifacts (charters, templates, tools)Project performance tracking and variance managementPMP (preferred)
Salary not listed — comparable Chicago project manager roles in cyber/security PMOs commonly pay around $110k–$150k base, plus bonus/benefits depending on scope and experience.
You'll thrive here if you’re a hands-on, cross-functional project leader who can manage budgets, risks, and multiple priorities while communicating confidently with senior stakeholders.
Why apply
  • Bonus eligible role
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
  • Flexible ways of working
McDonald’s growth strategy, Accelerating the Arches, encompasses all aspects of our business as the leading global omni-channel restaurant brand. As the consumer landscape shifts we are using our competitive advantages to further strengthen our brand. One of our core growth strategies is to Double Down on the 3Ds (Delivery, Digital and Drive Thru). McDonald’s will accelerate technology innovation so 65M+ customers a day will experience a fast, easy experience, whether at one of our 25,000 and growing Drive thrus, through McDelivery, dine-in or takeaway.

That’s why you’ll find us at the forefront of transformative technology, exploring new and innovative ways to serve our millions of customers and spread happiness one delicious Hot Fudge Sundae-dipped fry at a time. Combine that with our unparalleled global scale, and we’re reshaping all areas of the business, industry and every community that is home to a McDonald’s restaurant. Check out the McDonald’s

Global Technology Technical Blog to learn how technology and our global team are directly enabling the Accelerating the Arches strategy. The Manager, Project Management role reports to the Sr. Manager or Director role within the broader remit of the Program Management Office within the Global Cyber Security organization. This role leads and directs projects that are very cross-functional and highly complex using different development methods which often require considerable resources and high levels of functional integration, however, this is not a people leader role.Manage project plans, roadmaps and execution to achieve the project goal using various development methods (i.e Agile, Waterfall, etc)

o Manage project changes using appropriate verification techniques to keep the project on track. o Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques to monitor the progress of the project, identify and quantify any variances, perform any required corrective actions, and communicate to all stakeholders. o Align stakeholders and team members by ensuring a common understanding of expectations for the project. o Work to implement approved actions and workarounds to mitigate risks. o Document high-level risks, assumptions, and constraints using historical data and expert judgment to understand project limitations.

o Leverage shared services on delivery model and best practices. o Support or ensure the standardization of processes for implementing projects across all clients, in accordance with best practices related to the SDLC. o Execute short term strategy for function. o Solve difficult problems impacting a project; identify ways to improve current customer needs. o Accountable for managing projects using various development methods (i.e. Waterfall, Agile, etc) with moderate risk. Manages budget and directs activities of the project teams. o Executes necessary charters, templates, tools and associated PMO artifacts depending on the project.Prior corporate and global project management experience required with 3+ years managing projects. Demonstrates as a deep Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Project Management process and tools. Experience communicating effectively with high levels of management and direct client contact. Experience with software methodology development processes (i.e. Ability to work under tight deadlines managing multiple key business priorities. Project budgeting/costing expertise. Bachelor’s degree in related field required: Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred; Agile Certifications preferred (e.g. PSM, CSM, etc.) or equivalent work experience preferred. Bonus Eligible: YES The position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insuranceAdditional Information: This position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance; flexible ways of working; and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact . McDonald’s provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Reference: 22598_2659930422·Original posting
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