Software Project Managers for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Leadership10%Analysis Skills7%Education level
Bachelor's degree55%Master's degree32%Doctorate6%Years of experience
More than 10 years90%6-10 years10%Current company
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UnitedHealth Group
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Time at current job
2-5 years43%Less than a year29%More than 5 years29%
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Last updated: Oct 22, 2026
Software Project Manager: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $113,680 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $75,589 – $170,966 yearly
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MAI Project Manager/Medical Suite Coordinator
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRBLSSkills
LeadershipProduct ManagementCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementStrategic PlanningLead Project Manager
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Google Analytics CertificationCertified Project ManagerDriver's LicenseSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsPresentation SkillsProduct ManagementProject Manager
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
PMPCCNACertified Scrum MasterCompTIA Network+Skills
Product ManagementAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipProject ManagementManaging ProjectsIT Project & Delivery Manager
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Change ManagementPMPCertified Project ManagerDriver's LicenseProject Management Institute CertificationCertified Scrum MasterSkills
Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsStrategic PlanningLeadershipRoadmap Creation (System Development Task)Feature PrioritizationProject Management
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Project ManagerDriver's LicenseProfessional EngineerCPRSkills
Public SpeakingCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsStrategic PlanningTime ManagementProduct ManagementTechnical Project Manager II
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Information Systems AuditorAWS Certified Solutions ArchitectEPA CertificationAWS Certified Solutions Architect – AssociatePMPCertified Project Manager+9 moreSkills
Data ClassificationProgressive Web AppsStrategic PlanningAnalysis SkillsManagementAPIs
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What's the average time to fill a software project manager role?
The average time to fill a software project manager role is 63 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do software project managers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a software project manager include: communication skills, leadership and analysis skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for software project managers?
Common licenses or certifications for software project managers include: PMP, Certified Scrum Master and Driver's License.
What are some job titles related to software project managers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to software project managers include: IT project manager, technical project manager II and project management.
What level of education is common for a software project manager?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a software project manager in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a software project manager?
Most software project managers have 15 years of professional experience.
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