Campus Development Construction Project Manager

Willow Creek Community Church; South Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Parental paid leave

Tuition assistance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Willow Creek Community Church is seeking a Campus Development Construction Project Manager to bring ministry spaces to life across our Chicagoland campuses. You will oversee commercial construction, remodeling, and grounds projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while supporting gathering, connection, and growth.

You’ll work with church leaders, contractors, vendors, and volunteers—fostering strong relationships, coordinating scopes, schedules, and safety.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in construction or commercial project management (degree and/or equivalent experience).
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities without losing momentum.
• Strong organizational, execution, and communication skills.
• Relational, emotionally healthy leadership style—especially under pressure.
• Collaborative mindset and alignment with our mission and values.
• Alignment with the mission, theology, and worship philosophy of the church.

Responsibilities

• Define scope, build schedules, manage budgets, obtain bids, and oversee contractors and volunteer teams across campuses.
• Maintain clear, consistent communication with stakeholders and manage changes with clarity and care.
• Develop long-term vendor and contractor relationships and negotiate pricing where possible.
• Recruit, organize, and lead volunteer teams to support projects and offset labor costs.

Skills

Construction management

Communication

Organization

Leadership

Collaboration

Mission alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Willow Creek Community Church is an egalitarian non-denominational, multi-site church in and across Chicagoland passionate about helping people take next steps to love God, love people, and change the world. We’re looking for a Campus Development Construction Project Manager to help bring ministry spaces to life across our campuses—overseeing commercial construction, remodeling, and grounds projects that make it easier for people to gather, connect, and grow. This role sits at the intersection of project management, relationship building, and problem-solving. You’ll work closely with church leaders, contractors, vendors, and volunteers to make sure projects are completed on time, on budget, and done well. What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Projects that get done right - You’ll help define scope, build schedules, manage budgets, obtain bids, and oversee contractors and volunteer teams across multiple campuses. Safety, quality, and follow-through matter here.
• Clear, consistent communication - Stakeholders stay informed, feel heard, and trust the process because you keep people in the loop and handle changes with clarity and care.
• Strong vendor and contractor relationships - You’ll build long‑term partnerships, negotiate preferred pricing where possible, and become a trusted point of contact.
• Volunteer teams that thrive - You’ll help recruit, organize, and lead volunteer teams to support projects and offset labor costs—developing people while getting great work done.
• Compensation & Benefits
• The salary range is $68,000 - $93,000 (dependent upon experience and skill set) and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement planning with company match
• Parental paid leave
• Tuition assistance
• Generous paid time off
• If you’re energized by building spaces that serve people—and you’re ready to bring skill, heart, and leadership to meaningful projects—we’d love to hear from you. Requirements What We’re Looking For You’re Likely a Great Fit If You Bring
• Solid experience in construction or commercial project management (degree and/or equivalent experience)
• The ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities without losing momentum
• Strong organizational, execution, and communication skills
• A relational, emotionally healthy leadership style—especially under pressure
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine alignment with our mission and values
• Alignment with the mission, theology, and worship philosophy of the church. Work Environment & Expectations This is a full-time, exempt role with a typical Monday–Friday schedule, plus occasional Sundays, holidays, or special events as projects require. Some physical activity is part of the job—walking job sites, lifting materials, and being present where the work happens.
• Salary Description $68,000 - $93,000 yearly